Arne Jacobsen Egg™ chair

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Egg™ Chair

The Egg™ Chair, designed by Arne Jacobsen in 1958, is one of the most iconic pieces of modern furniture. Originally created for the SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen — widely considered the world’s first design hotel — the Egg™ was part of Jacobsen’s holistic approach, where he designed everything from architecture to furniture, lighting, and even cutlery. With its sculptural, organic form, the Egg™ stood in striking contrast to the building’s strict vertical and horizontal lines, becoming a true triumph of total design.

What makes the Egg™ Chair special?

  • Design heritage: Created by Arne Jacobsen in 1958 for the SAS Royal Hotel.

  • Innovative technique: Among the first chairs to use a foam inner shell beneath the upholstery.

  • Sculptural form: Rounded, organic curves provide a dramatic contrast to architectural surroundings.

  • Privacy in public: Its enveloping shape creates a sense of shelter, ideal for lounges and waiting areas.

  • Versatile use: Equally suited to hotels, offices, and private homes.

  • Enduring icon: A design classic available in fabric or leather, with a satin-polished aluminium star base.

A lounge chair with timeless appeal
The Egg™ Chair remains a benchmark in Danish design — bold, innovative, and highly functional. Its unique form is both a work of art and a comfortable seat, offering intimacy in open spaces and sophistication in any interior.

Specifications

  • Brand: Fritz Hansen

  • Designer: Arne Jacobsen

  • Year: 1958

  • Model: Egg™ Chair

  • Base: Star-shaped, satin-polished aluminium

  • Upholstery: Wide range of fabric or leather options

Styling & Pairing
The Egg™ pairs beautifully with the matching Egg™ Footstool for added comfort and visual harmony. It also complements Jacobsen’s Swan™ Chair, another classic designed for the SAS Royal Hotel. Together, they form an iconic lounge set.

A timeless design for modern living
More than six decades after its creation, the Egg™ Chair continues to inspire. Its balance of sculptural beauty and everyday usability ensures it remains one of the most recognisable and desirable pieces in furniture design history.

FAQs
Who designed the Egg™ Chair?
Arne Jacobsen designed it in 1958 for the SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen.

What makes its design unique?
Its sculptural, organic form and pioneering foam inner shell construction.

Where does it work best?
Ideal for hotel lobbies, offices, lounges, and modern living spaces.

What materials is it available in?
It comes in a wide range of fabric and leather upholstery, paired with a satin-polished aluminium base.

Why is it considered timeless?
Because it combines groundbreaking innovation, enduring comfort, and an iconic silhouette.

Who produces it today?
The Egg™ Chair is produced by Fritz Hansen.


See also The Egg™ footstool

Technical Info

  • Dimensions:
    W:86 x D:79/95 x H:107cm (Seat height: 37cm)
    Total weight: 18.1kg 

    Model 3316, tilt and swivel function. Reclining chair on 4-star base.

    The shell is of polyurethane foam with glass fibre reinforcement. The shell has an adjustable tilt fitting which can be adjusted to the weight of the individual user. The tilt mechanism is made of steel sheet, steel tubing and spring steel. The adjustment handle is of polished drawn stainless steel. The base consists of a satin-polished swivel centre part of welded steel tubing (dia. 38 x 2 mm), a spindle of dia. 28 mm machining steel and a 4-star base in injection moulded aluminium. The leg ferrules are in black-grey synthetic material. 

    The Egg™ may be upholstered with fabric or leather.

    The foam for the upholstery and the seat cushion is cold cured polyurethane foam. Standard fabrics for the Egg™ include Kvadrat Hallingdal, Tonus, Divina, Topas and Fame, Comfort as well as leather. The leather includes Classic leather (5 colours); Natural leather (1 colour); Elegance (3 colours) and White leather (1 colour). 

    A five-year guarantee against manufacturing defects in standard products (materials and workmanship). Wear, tear and damage to the product is not covered under this warranty.

    For more options please contact our web team

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