Model 55

Designed by Niels Otto Møller in 1951, this armchair embodies the essence of Danish craftsmanship and sophisticated design. Expertly crafted from solid wood and veneer, its sculpted frame exudes both strength and sophistication. The backrest is made from eight layers of veneer, expertly curved to create a soft, fluid form. Elegantly integrated, the armrests elevate both comfort and visual appeal, creating a harmonious and architecturally distinctive silhouette.

Frame in walnut with seat in natural or black papercord, leather or fabric.

Wood Options | Oiled Walnut or Lacquered Walnut. See swatch image.

Seat Options | The seat is available in natural papercord or black papercord. It is also available in fabric or leather. See swatch images. 

Lead Time | Production lead time is 14-16 weeks.

About the Brand | Founded in Aarhus, Denmark, in 1944 by master cabinetmaker Niels Otto Møller, J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik is one of the enduring names of Danish modern design. Renowned for its beautifully proportioned dining chairs, the family-owned company pairs sculptural simplicity with extraordinary craftsmanship, allowing the natural character of wood, leather, and woven cord to take center stage. Møller’s elegant, timeless designs have become icons of 20th-century furniture and remain coveted by collectors around the world. More than eighty years later, each piece is still crafted, assembled, and finished by hand at the company’s original factory in Aarhus—a remarkable continuation of Danish furniture-making tradition.

For more information and assistance with this item, call 314-422-1118, email hello@forsythart.com, or visit our J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik collection at the Forsyth Studio in Saint Louis.