​Arne Jacobsen Background & Famous Pieces | From The Egg Chair to Ant Chair

It is quite gratifying how over time we can continue to enjoy the creations that were created in the style that many of us adore; the mid-century. Many of the pieces that we currently see inside homes, offices or any other space have been on the market for more than a couple of decades, and they still remain a timeless icon. A precise example of this situation are the pieces made by Arne Jacobsen.

It is very likely that you have seen the Egg chair either in physical spaces or movie sets, since it is considered the personal brand of the villains. Arne Jacobsen has made a difference within the Scandi theme, demonstrating himself as a designer capable of creating pieces that combine comfort and style.

Today we will talk a little about the pieces that have left a great mark in the field of furniture. Scroll down and get to know a brief background of his life and furniture pieces.

Arne Jacobsen’s background

Arne Jacbsen was a Danish architect and furniture designer who is recognized for his special contribution to architectural functionalism and for the worldwide success he enjoyed with simple well-designed chairs.

Arne's wish was to become a painter but thanks to the pressure and influence of his parents, he entered the world of architecture. Following this decision, he was admitted to the School of Architecture of the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts, where from 1924 to 1927 he studied with Kay Fisker and Kaj Gottlob, both leading architects and designers who collaborated throughout his career.

The curious thing about Arne's career is that the most iconic pieces of him were requested for architectural projects and collaboration with Fritz Hansen furniture.

Now, is time to show you the iconic pieces that Arne Jacobsen made through his life’s career.

1. Egg Chair - 1958

The Egg chair was specifically designed to furnish the lobby in the lobby of the SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen. In creating the Egg Chair, Jaobsen had the opportunity to integrate the design on a smaller scale with the architecture for a more cohesive and total look.

This curvy beauty would later become an icon of Danish mid-century modern design. Its rotating steel base and high backrest are just one of the most characteristic features of this piece.

2. Drop Chair - 1858

As is customary in the pieces created by Arne, there are some interesting facts behind his designs. The interesting fact here is that this chair was produced in limited quantity exclusively for the 1958 SAS Royal Hotel commission. Along with the Egg Chair and Swan Chair, Arne furnished both the reception area and the hotel lobby.

Yet five decades later, it was put into production for the masses. Its hugging, shovel-shaped shape is made of plastic in many shades or upholstered in leather or fabric, while its four legs are chrome-plated.

Another Arne Jacobsen pieces:

3. Ant Chair - 1952

4. Series 7 Chair - 1955

5. Swan Chair - 1958