Kurt Ejvind Østervig was born in 1912 in Odense, Denmark. He was originally trained and worked as a shipbuilding engineer. However, by the 1930s Østervig shifted to furniture design because of his passion for woodworking.
Østervig's career as a furniture designer began at E. Knudsen’s architectural design studio in Odense. In 1947, Østervig opened his first own studio as a freelance furniture designer, with a focus on modern design. In the following decades, he worked with many of the leading Scandinavian furniture producers of the period.
Østervig was exceptionally versatile, designing furniture for hotels, cinemas, and won numerous design competitions during his career. He won awards at the Milan Triennale in 1953 and 1960. In the 1960s, one of Østervig’s designs was selected for an exhibition at the Museum of Modern Art in New York City.
Østervig had a flair for the dramatic, infusing his furnishings with unique elements that stood out. From elegant, organic to coarse and purely functional furniture, his versatility earned him recognition.
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(Biography provided by H. Gallery)
Danish Organic Lounge Chair in Sheepskin, 1960s
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Oslo, 03
A sculptural Danish lounge chair from the 1960s, distinguished by its rounded, organic profile and generous proportions. The softly shaped seat and back create a comfortable, envelop...
Sheepskin
$12,717 / item
H 38.98 in W 31.5 in D 35.83 in
Petra Lounge Chair by Viggo Boesen in Sheepskin Scandinavian22 & Oak, for &T
By Viggo Boesen, &Tradition
Located in Bayrut, Beirut Governorate
Petra VB3 Based on an original design by Danish designer Viggo Boesen in 1938, Petra is a lounge chair with a high-set, winged-backrest and unparalleled comfort. The Petra lounge...
Sheepskin, Oak
Swedish Modern Sheepskin Side Chair
By Arnold Madsen
Located in New York, NY
A Swedish Modern Side Chair newly upholstered in high-quality Sheepskin by Scandilock. This chair is most likely form the 1940s by an unknown designer and in the style of the famous ...
Sheepskin, Wood
$11,348 / item
H 38.98 in W 31.5 in D 35.83 in
Petra VB3 Lounge Chair-Sheepskin Sahara & Walnut- Viggo Boesen for &Tradition
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Bayrut, Beirut Governorate
Based on an original design by Danish designer Viggo Boesen in 1938, Petra is a lounge chair with a high-set, winged-backrest and unparalleled comfort. The Petra lounge chair follows the great success of Little Petra, named after Boesen’s mother-in-law, Petra – said to be a small woman with a big personality, her presence is felt in the embracing body of the armchair’s design. Petra now carries the same bold character and aesthetic but in a larger form. Disclaimer: Made-to-Order Policy: As this piece is handcrafted specifically for you upon request, please be advised that all sales are final. We are unable to accept cancellations once the order is confirmed and production has begun. Dimensions : W: 80cm / 32in, D:91cm / 36in, H: 99cm / 39in Seat H: 40cm / 16in, Seat D: 53cm / 21in, Armrest H: 51cm / 20in Weight 26.5 kg Materials: Sheepskin Sahara...
Sheepskin, Walnut
1940s Style Custom Made Karu Sheepskin Lounge Chair
Located in London, England
Dagmar Design - Karu lounge chair The Karu chair is a contemporary update of a classic design first produced in Finland by the Haimi Oy company in t...
Sheepskin, Beech, Oak
$10,778 / item
H 29.93 in W 29.93 in D 31.89 in
Ingeborg Lounge Chair, Sheepskin M/ Dark Stained Oak, by Flemming Lassen, Audo
By Audo, Flemming Lassen
Located in Bayrut, Beirut Governorate
Named after the designer’s artist mother, Ingeborg Winding, the Ingeborg Lounge Chair from 1940 welcomes the sitter with open arms and an irresistibly ...
Sheepskin, Oak
Custom Made Sheepskin Karu Lounge Chair
Located in London, England
Dagmar Design - Karu lounge chair The Karu chair is a contemporary update of a classic design first produced in Finland by the Haimi Oy company in t...
Sheepskin, Beech, Oak
$12,717 / item
H 38.98 in W 31.5 in D 35.83 in
Petra Lounge Chair by Viggo Boesen in Sheepskin Scandinavian 22 & Walnut, for &T
By &Tradition, Viggo Boesen
Located in Bayrut, Beirut Governorate
Petra VB3 Based on an original design by Danish designer Viggo Boesen in 1938, Petra is a lounge chair with a high-set, winged-backrest and unparalleled comfort. The Petra lounge c...
Sheepskin, Walnut
$13,250 / set
H 30 in W 32 in D 26 in
Little Petra Lounge Chair in Sheepskin with Oak Frame by & Tradition
By &Tradition, Viggo Boesen
Located in Vancouver, BC
Initially introduced back in 1938, Little Petra won instant praise at the Copenhagen Cabinetmakers Guild Exhibition, subsequently winning awards at exhibi...
Sheepskin, Oak
$11,348 / item
H 38.98 in W 31.5 in D 35.83 in
Petra VB3 Lounge Chair-Sheepskin Moonlight & Oak- by Viggo Boesen for &Tradition
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Bayrut, Beirut Governorate
Based on an original design by Danish designer Viggo Boesen in 1938, Petra is a lounge chair with a high-set, winged-backrest and unparalleled comfort. The Petra lounge chair follow...
Sheepskin, Oak
Scandinavian Mid Century Lounge Chair in Sheepskin
By Ib Madsen and Acton Schubell
Located in Karlstad, SE
Rare version of the famous clam chair, upholstered in off-white sheepskin and leather buttons. This chair was most likely manufactured in Sweden, circa 1940. Condition: Very good...
Sheepskin, Wood
Scandinavian Mid Century Lounge Chair in Sheepskin
By Flemming Lassen
Located in Karlstad, SE
High-back lounge chair manufactured in Denmark ca 1940. This majestic chair surrounds you with its curved backrest and is just as comfortable as it...
Sheepskin, Wood
Scandinavian Mid Century Lounge Chair in Sheepskin
Located in Karlstad, SE
High-back lounge chair manufactured in Denmark ca 1940. This majestic chair surrounds you with its curved backrest and it is just as comfortable as i...
Sheepskin, Wood
Scandinavian Midcentury Lounge Chairs in Sheepskin
By Flemming Lassen
Located in Karlstad, SE
Pair of large high-back lounge chairs manufactured in Denmark, 1930s. These majestic chairs surround you with their curved backrest and are just as comfortable as they look. They...
Sheepskin, Wood
Lounge Chair "Stora Eva" by Kerstin Hörlin Holmqvist for NK
By Nordiska Kompaniet, Kerstin Horlin Holmquist
Located in Karlstad, SE
Lounge chair model "Stora Eva" designed by Kerstin Hörlin Holmqvist for Nordiska Kompaniet in 1958. This organic shaped chair looks absolutely fabulous from ...
Wool, Beech
Midcentury Swedish Lounge Chairs "Löven" by Arne Norell
By Arne Norell, Norell Möbel AB
Located in Karlstad, SE
A lounge chair model "Löven" by Arne Norell, 1960s. This chair has a timeless classic design and, as with all Norell furniture, the construction quality is extremely high. The frame...
Teak, Leather
