Along with Hans Wegner, Arne Jacobsen and Børge Mogensen, Finn Juhl was one of the great masters of mid-20th-century Danish design. Juhl was the first among that group to have his work promoted overseas, bringing the character of the nation’s furnishings — and the inherent principles of grace, craftsmanship and utility on which they were based — to an international audience.
A stylistic maverick, Juhl embraced expressive, free-flowing shapes in chair, credenzas and sofa designs much earlier than his colleagues, yet even his quietest pieces incorporate supple, curving forms that are at once elegant and ergonomic.
As a young man, Juhl hoped to become an art historian, but his father steered him into a more practical course of study in architecture. He began designing furniture in the late 1930s, a discipline in which, despite his education, Juhl was self-taught, and quite proud of the fact.
Juhl’s earliest works, designed in the late 1930s, are perhaps his most idiosyncratic. The influence of modern art is clear in his 1939 Pelican chair: an almost Surrealist take on the classic wing chair. Critics reviled the piece, however; one said it looked like a "tired walrus." Juhl had tempered his creativity by 1945, when the workshop of Danish cabinetmaker Niels Vodder began to issue his designs. Yet Juhl’s now-classic NV 45 armchair still demonstrates panache, with a seat that floats above the chair’s teak frame.
Juhl first exhibited his work in the United States in 1950, championed by Edgar Kaufmann Jr., an influential design critic and scion of America’s most prominent family of modern architecture and design patrons. (Kaufmann’s father commissioned Frank Lloyd Wright’s design of the house “Fallingwater.”)
Juhl quickly won a following for such signature designs as the supremely comfortable Chieftan lounge chair, the Judas table — a piece ornamented with stylish inlaid silver plaquettes — and the biomorphic Baker sofa. After an article authored by Kaufmann on Juhl and his work appeared in the U.S.-based magazine Interiors in 1948, he began receiving American commissions.
Kaufmann commissioned Juhl to create the exhibition design for, and contribute pieces to, the 1951 edition of the Good Design shows he organized for MoMA and Chicago’s Merchandise Mart. Baker Furniture asked Juhl to design for the firm, and he produced a collection of chairs, tables and cabinets, and, later, the 1957 sofa.
Scandinavian modernist seating, such as the chairs and sofas Juhl created for Baker, became immensely popular in postwar America, as the seeds of the Scandinavian style that Juhl sowed took root and spread in the United States. Juhl and his work featured prominently in the landmark show “Design from Scandinavia,” which opened in 1954 at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts and traveled to 24 museums in the U.S. and Canada; over three years, it was seen by more than a million people.
Juhl’s furniture — as well as his ceramics, tableware and accessories — has an air of relaxed sophistication and elegance that is unique in the realm of mid-century design.
Find vintage Finn Juhl armchairs, coffee tables, desks and other furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Jupiter Sofa by Finn Juhl for from France and Søn and France & Daverkosen
By Finn Juhl
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Danish modern so called Jupiter sofa model 218 designed by Finn Juhl and manufactured by France and Son. The sofa has a solid rosewood frame and black leather seating. The sofa is ...
Leather, Rosewood
Danish Modern Finn Juhl "46" Sofa, Dark Lavender Blue Velvet, Carl Brørup, 1940s
By Finn Juhl
Located in Odense, DK
Early and important Finn Juhl "46" sofa made in the 1940s at original manufacturer Carl Brørup. The sofa is upholstered in a beautiful dark blue velvet. The sofa is in very good orig...
Velvet
$13,771
Finn Juhl Fireplace chair
By Finn Juhl, Bovirke
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Finn Juhl 'Fireplace' chair designed 1946 and executed at cabinetmaker Bovirke, Denmark. Frame of teak, new upholstery in light fabric by Tove Kindt-Larsen. Very fine condition.
Fabric, Teak
Finn Juhl Model 45 Armchair, American Ash Wood, Modern Design, USA
By Finn Juhl
Located in Queens, NY
2 Replica of Finn Juhl Model 45 arm chair. American ash wood open arm chair with a natural finish having a LIGHT BROWN fabric seat and back with a seat cushion (PRICED EACH)
Ash
$40,690 / set
Pair of Chieftain Chairs by House of Finn Juhl
By Finn Juhl
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
Experience the timeless elegance and unparalleled craftsmanship of the Pair of Chieftain Chairs by House of Finn Juhl. Designed by the renowned Finn Juhl, these chairs offer the perf...
Leather, Wood
Finn Juhl, 108 Chair, 1946, in Teak, Made by Niels Vodder, Copenhagen, Stamped
By Finn Juhl, Niels Vodder
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Finn Juhl, teak 108 Chair, 1946, made by Niels Vodder, Copenhagen, stamped This is an early original chair, made by cabinet maker Niels Vodder in Copenhagen and bearing the stampe...
Leather, Teak
Finn Juhl Cognac Leather and Teak Lounge Chair model FD 136
By Finn Juhl, France & Daverkosen
Located in Karlstad, SE
Beautiful lounge chair model FD 136 by Finn Juhl for France & Daverkosen, Denmark. This chair is features a beautifully shaped teak frame, supporting pillows in cognac coloured leath...
Leather, Teak
Finn Juhl Model 137 Sofa for France & Søn, Denmark 1950s
By France & Søn, Finn Juhl
Located in Hellouw, NL
A beautifully resolved design by one of Denmark’s leading modernists, this Model 137 sofa by Finn Juhl was produced in the 1950s by France & Søn. It reflects Juhl’s sculptural approa...
Fabric, Teak
Original Finn Juhl NV-53 Lounge Chair
By Niels Vodder, Finn Juhl
Located in San Francisco, CA
Original Finn Juhl design NV-53 lounge chair for Niels Vodder, Denmark. Sophisticated and elegant looking chair with sculpted solid teak arms and frame produced by Niels Vodder in 19...
Upholstery, Teak
Finn Juhl Model 133 "Spade" Lounge Chair by France & Daverkosen
By France & Daverkosen, Finn Juhl
Located in Highland, IN
This Finn Juhl model 133 or "spade" lounge chair is not only beautiful and comfortable, but historically important. Designed in 1953, it was the fi...
Upholstery, Teak
Finn Juhl NV46 Chair in Rosewood for Niels Vodder
By Finn Juhl
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Finn Juhl NV-46 armchair with frame of Brazilian rosewood, upholstered with Nigerian leather. Designed 1946, executed and burn marked by cabinetmaker ...
Leather, Rosewood
Finn Juhl Danish Rosewood Spade Chair, circa 1960s
By Finn Juhl
Located in London, England
Finn Juhl - Spade Chair, 1954 Designed in 1954 the Model 133 ‘Spadestolen’ was Juhl's first collaboration with Danish producer France & Son. The frame was originally made in teak wi...
Leather, Rosewood
$25,600Sale Price|20% Off
Rare Finn Juhl Bovirke BO64 Sofa in Fine Belgian Two-Toned Boucle
By Bovirke, Finn Juhl
Located in Culver City, CA
A prized piece for any Danish modern enthusiast, this Finn Juhl for Bovirke BO64 3 seater sofa is absolutely stunning. Designed in the late 1940's this piece still has its original straps and hand tied springs (repaired and reinforced on the bottom by our restoration specialists). This sofa has been reupholstered in a luxurious creamy white Belgian boucle...
Bouclé, Beech
$18,673Sale Price / set|20% Off
Finn Juhl Bwana chairs in teak and leather France & Son 1960s
By Finn Juhl, France & Søn
Located in PARIS, FR
Beautiful pair of Bwana armchairs by Finn Juhl. These armchairs are real sculptures that have been meticulously designed by the man who is considered the greatest designer of the Sca...
Leather, Teak
Finn Juhl Walnut Lounge Chair with Light Fabric from 1952
By Finn Juhl
Located in Lejre, DK
Lounge chair designed by Finn Juhl in 1952. The chair is crafted in walnut and upholstered in light fabric. The design has a light and sculptural appearance, characteristic of many o...
Fabric, Walnut
Danish Modern Finn Juhl NV-53 Settee
By Finn Juhl, Niels Vodder
Located in Minneapolis, MN
A rare Finn Juhl designed settee produced by master cabinetmaker Niels Vodder known as the NV53. Teak frame with upholstered seat. Frame stamped with Niels Vodder logo. Profession...
Upholstery, Teak
Early Baker Sofa by One Collection, Denmark — Teak Frame & Original Fabric
By Onecollection, Finn Juhl
Located in Dronten, NL
A rare opportunity to acquire one of the first Baker Sofas produced by One Collection in Denmark, the company now internationally known as House of Finn Juhl, the official licensed m...
Fabric, Teak
Finn Juhl Jupiter Sofa France and Son Denmark 1965 Black
By Finn Juhl, France & Søn
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Danish modern so called Jupiter sofa model 218 designed by Finn Juhl and manufactured by France and Son, Denmark 1965. The sofa has a solid rosewood frame...
Leather, Rosewood
"Diplomat" armchair by Finn Juhl
By France & Søn, Finn Juhl
Located in Brescia, IT
Iconic 1960s Danish teak armchair, original olive green upholstery. Curved arms, tapered silhouette, France & Son branding present. Designed by Finn Juhl, the "Diplomat" condenses D...
Fabric, Teak
Finn Juhl Teak Lounge Chairs Model FD-136 for France and Daverkosen
By Finn Juhl
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of 1950s Danish modern lounge chairs (model FD 136) designed by Finn Juhl. Early examples produced by France & Daverkosen, the p...
Brass
Finn Juhl Model 191 Danish Teak Dining Chairs w. Upholstered Seats
By Finn Juhl
Located in Kensington, MD
+ Characteristic of Finn Juhl, an elegant teak frame supports an upholstered seat + In Warm Solid Teak. Upholstered In a Gray Fabric + Retailed through France + Son Decorative It...
Fabric, Upholstery, Teak
Finn Juhl armchair model FD 112 France & Søn Sweden 1960
By Finn Juhl
Located in Paris, IDF
Finn Juhl (Denmark, 1912—1989) for France & Son, rare Model FD112 two armchairs/ lounge chairs made in Denmark, 1960s, teak construction, upholstered seat upholstery, with manufactu...
Teak
$1,700 / item
Finn Juhl Armchair 209 Diplomat, Early 1960s
By France & Søn, Finn Juhl
Located in Vienna, AT
Finn Juhl, diplomat desk chair or armchair with frame in solid hardwood, seat and backrest upholstered, model 209. Designed in 1963. Produced by France & Son. Measures: H. 82 cm, SH...
Leather, Hardwood
Rare Finn Juhl Model BO59 Fireplace Chair, Bovirke, Denmark, 1950s
By Finn Juhl
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
A rare Finn Juhl Fireplace Chair with original fabric. Model BO59, produced by Bovirke in Denmark, designed 1946, and most likely manufactu...
Fabric, Wood
$100,000 / set
Set of 8 Finn Juhl Egyptian Teak Dining Chairs
By Niels Vodder, Finn Juhl
Located in Kensington, MD
- Designed in 1949 for the Cabinetmakers Guild Exhibition in Copenhagen, this is one of the most iconic designs by Finn Juhl. - The teak has aged to a deep rich patina and is a strik...
Upholstery, Teak
Rare Finn Juhl Model B059 Fireplace Chairs by Bovirke, Denmark 1950s
By Finn Juhl
Located in Wien, AT
Designed by Fill Juhl in 1946 and most likely manufactured in the early 1950s by Bovirke, Denmark. Beautiful sculptural, four-legged construction made of solid teak, legs with cross-...
Fabric, Teak
Finn Juhl Rare BO-72 Rosewood Armchair, 1953
By Finn Juhl, Bovirke
Located in London, England
Finn Juhl - BO-72 Armchair, 1953 This rare and important piece by Danish master Finn Juhl was an evolution of his NV-46 chair from 1946. The chair was produced by Bovirke in Denmark...
Leather, Rosewood
Bench in Brass and Rosewood by Finn Juhl, 1953
By Finn Juhl
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
The BO101 bench, designed by Finn Juhl and produced by Bovirke in Denmark in 1953, represents a refined synthesis of material elegance and structural clarity that defines the best of...
Brass
Finn Juhl Easy Chairs Model 138 Produced by France & Son in Denmark
By Finn Juhl
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare easy chairs model 138 designed by Finn Juhl. Produced by France & Son in Denmark.
Fabric, Teak
Danish Design Finn Juhl Lounge Chair and Ottoman, Japan Series
By France & Søn, Finn Juhl
Located in Renens, CH
Finn Juhl’s Japan series is one of his most sought after furniture, its design (1953) was based on the Miamjima water gate nearby Hiroshima. Finn Juhl, a Danish architect born in 19...
Brass
Finn Juhl Poet Love Seat Sofa with Oak Legs, 1940s Danish Design
By Finn Juhl, Bovirke
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Finn Juhl "Poet" two seat love seat sofa. Legs og oak. Original upholstered with two colours of fabric. Leather buttons Model Poet, made by House Of Finn Juhl
Fabric, Oak
$45,000 / set
Set of Six Finn Juhl Dining Chairs for Niels Vodder
By Finn Juhl, Niels Vodder
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed in 1953 by Finn Juhl for Niels Vodder, Denmark, the Model 109 and 59 dining chairs are a rare design. This rosewood set featuring two armchairs and four side chairs has been...
Leather, Upholstery, Rosewood
Finn Juhl NV45 Settee by Niels Vodder
By Finn Juhl
Located in San Francisco, CA
Extremely rare Finn Juhl NV 45 designed settee for Niels Vodder, Denmark. Excellent original teak wood oiled finish frame just newly upholstered in Da...
Wool, Teak
$8,340
BO46 Armchair Finn Juhl
By Finn Juhl, Bovirke
Located in London, GB
This armchair is a later reissue of Juhl's original design, produced for a wider market. Retaining the beautiful angular details, this chair is more square than its earlier sibling. ...
Leather, Rosewood
Pair of Teak "Diplomat" Chairs by Finn Juhl Model 209, 1960s
By Finn Juhl
Located in Hamburg, PA
An Iconic pair of Finn Juhl's "Diplomat" Chairs was created circa 1960 made in Denmark. This pair of chairs is in the original faux leather from the period. The pair would work well ...
Upholstery, Teak
$1,700 / item
Finn Juhl Armchair 209 Diplomat, Early 1960s
By Finn Juhl, France & Søn
Located in Vienna, AT
Finn Juhl, diplomat desk chair or armchair with frame in solid hardwood, seat and backrest upholstered, model 209. Designed in 1963. Produced by France & Son. Measures: H. 82 cm, SH...
Leather, Hardwood
$12,254 / set
FJ 51 - Pair of lounge chairs in walnut by Finn Juhl
By Finn Juhl, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Copenhagen, DK
FJ 51 - Pair of 'Delegate Chair' armchairs in walnut and patinated natural leather. Designed in 1951 by Finn Juhl. Made by Baker Furniture. The chair gets its name from its original...
Leather, Walnut
$2,182Sale Price|68% Off
Finn Juhl FD 112 Armchair Lounge, Rosewood, Cado, France & Søn, 1960s, Denmark
By Cado, Finn Juhl, France & Søn
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Finn Juhl FD 112 Armchair Lounge, Rosewood, Cado, France & Søn, 1960s, Denmark. Arms are removable. You can use as armless lounge as well. (See final pho...
Textile, Rosewood
Japan Sofa by Finn Juhl for France & Son, Denmark, 1950
By France & Søn, Finn Juhl
Located in New York, NY
Model 137 sofa from the "Japan" series Finn Juhl designed for France & Son, Denmark 1950. Made in a Teak frame and Reupholstered in a boucle fabric.
Brass
Finn Juhl Armchair BO-46 - 1st. Original Savak Fabric Upholstery
By Finn Juhl, Bovirke
Located in Utrecht, NL
A rare and early example of armchair model BO-46 by Finn Juhl for Bovirke Denmark. Arm chair model BO-46 was designed by Finn Juhl in 1953 based upon his earlier designed chair model...
Fabric, Beech
1960s Finn Julh Danish Walnut Leather Sculptural Chairs, Set of 2
By Finn Juhl
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning chairs you could hope to find. This is an ultra-rare opportunity to acquire what is, unequivocally, the best of the best, it bei...
Wood, Faux Leather
Finn Juhl Rosewood and Leather Stool, Mid-Century Modern, 1950s
By France & Daverkosen, Finn Juhl
Located in PARIS, FR
Rosewood and leather stools that take up the aesthetic characteristics of Finn Juhl's design: a simple design with great attention to detail, organic and Japanese curved lines as wel...
Leather, Rosewood
Finn Juhl Easy Chair Model 138 Produced by France & Son in Denmark
By Finn Juhl
Located in Buffalo, NY
Rare easy chair model 138 designed by Finn Juhl. Produced by France & Son in Denmark. Retains original John Stuart badge, Wonderfull original condition.
Fabric, Teak
1950s BO95 Chair by Finn Juhl for Bovirke in teak and blue wool
By Finn Juhl
Located in Victoria, BC
The BO98 Chair was designed by Finn Juhl in the 141950s and produced by Bovirke in Denmark. The chair is defined by its sculpted solid teak frame and open composition, where the upho...
Wool, Teak
Finn Juhl SW-96 Easy Chair by Søren Willadsen, 1950s
By Finn Juhl
Located in Stockholm, SE
This exceptional lounge chair model SW-96, designed by renowned Danish architect Finn Juhl 1954, showcases his signature approach to organic forms and impeccable craftsmanship. Const...
Cane, Oak, Teak
Dining Chairs in Rosewood and Black Leather by Finn Juhl, 1951
By Finn Juhl
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Dining Chairs in Rosewood and Black Leather by Finn Juhl, 1951 Additional Information: Material: Rosewood and black leather Very rare dining chairs model FJ-51 Produced by cabinetma...
Rosewood, Leather
Pair of Finn Juhl No. 48 Danish Modern Chairs for Baker, 1950's
By Finn Juhl, Baker Furniture Company
Located in North Miami, FL
These are a pair of Finn Juhl's 1950's iconic No. 48 open armchairs manufactured by Baker USA - all original with new boucle upholstery. Extremely solid and well made. NOTE: there ar...
Fabric, Walnut
Sofa in Stained Beech Legs and Reupholstered by Finn Juhl, 1946
By Finn Juhl
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Sofa in Stained Beech Legs and Reupholstered with Light Grey Wool, Seat with Dark Blue Wool by Finn Juhl, 1946 Additional Information: Material: Stained beech legs and reupholstered with light grey wool, seat with dark blue wool Style: Mid century, Scandinavian Rare sofa model BO55...
Beech, Fabric, Wool
Pair of Easy Chairs in Teak & Reupholstered in Kvadrat Fabric by Finn Juhl, 1956
By Finn Juhl
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Pair of Easy Chairs in Teak and Newly Reupholstered in Kvadrat™ Fabric by Finn Juhl, 1956 Additional Information: Material: Teak, and newly reupholstered in Kvadrat™ fabric Rare pai...
Teak, Fabric
Finn Juhl for Soren Willadsen Model SW96 Lounge Chair
By Finn Juhl, Soren Willadsen Mobelfabrik
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
This is a really beautiful original example of this scarce lounge chair, designd by Finn Juhl and produced by Soren Willadsen. The frame of the chair is Oak, the arms are Teak and th...
Cane, Oak, Teak
Finn Juhl Delegate Chair by Baker Furniture, Walnut, 1950s Modern
By Finn Juhl, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Scarce model FJ 51 lounge chair known as the Delegate Chair, designed by Finn Juhl and produced by Baker Furniture. The sculpted frame is shaped through long, continuous armrests tha...
Walnut
$12,500 / set
Finn Juhl Dining Table and Chairs
By Baker Furniture Company, Finn Juhl
Located in Highland, IN
This exquisite dining set by Finn Juhl was designed in 1951 and is Classic Juhl. The sculptural frames of the model FJ 51 chairs support the curved seats and backs giving them the ap...
Walnut
$28,009Sale Price / set|20% Off
Finn Juhl SW96 Lounge Chairs by Søren Willadsen, Teak & Oak, 1956
By Finn Juhl, Søren Willadsen
Located in PARIS, FR
Beautiful and rare pair of SW96 armchairs by Finn Juhl. These armchairs are more than furniture, they are real works of art that were meticulously designed by the one who is consider...
Oak, Teak, Leather, Cane
Pair of Spade Chairs by Finn Juhl for France & Daverkosen, Denmark, 1953
By France & Daverkosen, Finn Juhl
Located in Barcelona, ES
Pair of Spade armchairs model 133 designed in 1953 by Finn Juhl, Denmark. Old edition from France & Daverkosen with original leather cushions and springs, teak wood structure.
Leather, Teak
Pair of Finn Juhl Lounge or Armchairs for France & Son in Greige Fabric
By Finn Juhl
Located in Plainview, NY
A pair of midcentury lounge or armchairs by Finn Juhl for France & Son, featuring tight backs and seats supported by a wood frame with flat armrests, the manufacturer's label on the ...
Upholstery, Wood
Finn Juhl, SW86 Chairs for Søren Willadsen Eftf., Copenhagen. 1952
By Finn Juhl, Soren Willadsen Mobelfabrik
Located in Argelato, BO
A pair of 'SW86' black fabric and oak dining chairs by Danish furniture designer Finn Juhl for Søren Willadsen Møbelfabrik in the 1950s. These Scandinavian Modern sculptural dining...
Wood
Japan Three-Seat Sofa Designed by Finn Juhl in 1957 Made by France & Son.
By Finn Juhl
Located in Grenoble, FR
Finn Juhl Teak "Japan" series three-seat sofa by Danish designer Finn Juhl, designed in 1957 made by France & Son. The sublime simplicity of the "Japan" series is a far cry from Fin...
Oak
Mid Century Danish Finn Juhl Model 138 Teak Lounge Chair For France & Son
By Finn Juhl
Located in Shepperton, Surrey
An outstanding Model 138 solid Teak lounge chair designed in the late 50’s by Finn Juhl. This is one of our own personal favourite chairs and we often think this design has a strong...
Teak
1960s Danish Rosewood and Leather Diplomat Chairs by Finn Juhl
By Finn Juhl
Located in Victoria, BC
A refined and quietly confident pair of Diplomat chairs by Finn Juhl, produced by France & Son and executed here in beautifully figured ros...
Leather, Rosewood
MCM Teak Armchair Model 196 by Finn Juhl for France and Son, 1960s, Original
By Finn Juhl, France & Søn, John Stuart Inc.
Located in Chicago, IL
Stunning upholstered Danish armchair designed in teak by Finn Juhl for France and Søn, retailed in the United States by John Stuart Inc. These were designated model 196 and date from...
Teak