Originally designed in 1958 for the SAS Royal Hotel, the Egg Chair’s statement silhouette has become instantly recognisable worldwide and an icon for design enthusiasts. Highly sculptural with broad shoulders and sweeping curves, the design broke conventions of traditional furniture design, with Arne Jacobsen discovering its form through experimentation with wire and plaster.
In celebration of Fritz Hansen’s 150th year, the Danish brand has introduced Jacobsen’s boundary-breaking design with exclusive chestnut leather upholstery and a black PVD base.
Arne Jacobsen was one of Denmark’s most influential 20th century architects and designers. Jacobsen’s buildings and products meld modernist ideals with a Nordic love of naturalism.
Arne Jacobsen is synonymous with stunning Danish designer chairs and lighting. His most iconic designs include the Fritz Hansen Series 7 Chair, Egg Chair and the AJ Table Lamp for Louis Poulsen.
We take a look at some of Jacobsen’s most iconic designs in our guide to the The Grandfather of Modern Danish Design.
