Verner Panton Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Verner Panton Art Value Price Guide

Apr. 30, 2025
VERNER PANTON (Denmark, 1926 - 1998) for VITRA. Amoebe Highback chair, design 1970. High back, upholstered in pink wool. Slight signs of use. Produced by Vitra, with label.
Est: €1,600 - €1,800
VERNER PANTON (Denmark, 1926 - 1998) for VITRA. Amoebe Highback chair, design 1970. High back, upholstered in pink wool. Slight signs of use. Produced by Vitra, with label. Measurements: 130 x 62 x 84 cm. Seat height: 35 cm. Verner Panton was famous for his exuberant forms and this chair is a magnificent example. The Amoebe armchair was designed in 1970 for the Visiona exhibition, which included several versions of this lounge-style chair. Amoebe Highback has a flexible backrest that ends in a curve over the user's head, in the manner of a sculptural canopy. This eye-catching detail gives the chair a pleasing sense of protection and seclusion, says Vitra. Considered one of the most influential personalities of late 20th century furniture design, Verner Panton created a variety of innovative and futuristic designs throughout his career, especially constructed in plastic and brightly colored. Most of his best-known designs are still in production. Verner attended the Odense Technical School and then studied architecture at the Royal Academy of Fine Arts in Copenhagen, where he graduated in 1951. In the early years of his career, between 1950 and 1942, he worked in the architectural studio of Arne Jacobsen. In 1955 he opened his own architecture and design studio, becoming famous with his furniture based on geometric shapes, manufactured by the company Plus-linje. In the late 1950s, his chair designs, with no legs and no discernible back, became increasingly unconventional. In the 1960s Panton began a close collaboration with the Vitra firm, which culminated in 2000 with Panton's retrospective exhibition at the Vitra Design Museum. He is currently represented at the DesignMuseum in London and MoMA in New York, among many others.
Setdart Auction House
Apr. 27, 2025
VERNER PANTON "Flowerpot" Pendant Lamp
Est: $100 - $200
Measures 6" H on pendant x 9" DIA on larger part of shade. Currently hard wired, cord measures 167".
Rivich Auction
Apr. 26, 2025
Verner PANTON (dans le gout de) :
Est: €50 - €80
Verner PANTON (dans le gout de) : Lampe de table à pastilles H 62 cm (électrifié)
Pousse-Cornet
Apr. 17, 2025
Verner Panton "Spiral SP1" Chandelier
Est: $600 - $800
Verner Panton (Danish, 1926-1998) "Spiral SP1" Chandelier, 20th century, chrome-plated plastic spirals hanging by nylon string from circular aluminum plate. 46.25" H x 18.25" Diameter. Provenance: From a 5th Avenue Estate. Keywords: Lighting, Pendant lamp, Ceiling light, Danish Modern, MCM, Mid-Century Modern, Designer, Denmark, Scandinavian design, Interior design, Decorative Arts
Auctions at Showplace
Apr. 13, 2025
Verner Panton - Panton Chairs
Est: $250 - $350
A pair of 'Panton' chairs by Vitra. Stamped on bottom. All measurements are in inches. Height x Width x Depth
Barton's Auction
Apr. 12, 2025
VERNER PANTON (Attr.le), Tappeto
Est: €250 - €300
VERNER PANTON (Attr.le) Produzione Danese 1970 ca. Tappeto rettangolare in lana a decoro geometrico a sfumare dal giallo al marrone. Segni d'uso. cm 216 x 158.
Benedetto Trionfante Auction House s.r.l
Apr. 11, 2025
Panton, Verner
Est: -
Drei Panton Chairs in Schwarz. Entwurf von 1959/60 für Vitra. Ausführung Hermann Miller, einmal mit entsprechendem Etikett 'Hermann Miller Collection'. (Gebrauchssp.). H. 81 cm.
Peege Auktionshaus
Apr. 11, 2025
VERNER PANTON, Due lampade a sospensione modello “FlowerPot”
Est: €280 - €320
VERNER PANTON Produzione Danimarca 1970 ca. Due lampade a sospensione ad una luce modello “FlowerPot”, struttura in plastica e metallo blu e bianca, arancione e bianco, diffusore semisferico. cm Alt. 15, cm Alt. 115 (con catena).
Benedetto Trionfante Auction House s.r.l
Apr. 08, 2025
Verner Panton for Vitra (attr.)
Est: €300 - €500
Panton Chairs, three chairs in orange fiberglass. 1970s, brand missing, approximately 82x47x50 cm
Bolli & Romiti s.r.l
Apr. 08, 2025
Verner Panton for Vitra
Est: €200 - €300
Panton Chairs, pair of chairs in blue plastic. 1990s, manufacturer's mark on the back, approximately 82x47x50 cm.
Bolli & Romiti s.r.l
Apr. 08, 2025
Verner Panton for Vitra (attr.)
Est: €100 - €150
Panton Chair, blue fiberglass chair. 1970s, brand missing, approximately 82x47x50 cm (minor signs of wear).
Bolli & Romiti s.r.l
Apr. 04, 2025
FOUR PANTON CHAIRS, DESIGNED BY VERNER
Est: -
Four Panton Chairs, designed by Verner Panton, Fehlbaum Production, white plastic, scratches, marked on the underside, h. approx. 82 cm,
Historia Auctionata
Mar. 25, 2025
Verner Panton (Danish, 1926-1998) Panton Chair, designed c. 1960, height 83.5 cm
Est: $500 - $700
Verner Panton (Danish, 1926-1998) Panton Chair, designed c. 1960 manufactured by Vitra, rigid polyurethane foam, with red glossy lacquer finish, retains moulded signature ‘Verner Panton', stamped ‘Vitra' on underside, some scuffing (A/F)
Shapiro Auctioneers
Mar. 23, 2025
Designer Schale Georg Jensen
Est: €120 - €180
Designer Schale Georg Jensen Metall, Entwurf Verner Panton (1926-1998) Dänemark, gefaltete rechteckige Form, Bodenmarke Georg Jensen, 6 cm x 44 cm x 36,5 cm, originaler Karton mit samtumhüllten Einlagen und Staubbeutel Designer bowl Georg Jensen Metal, design by Verner Panton (1926-1998) Denmark, folded rectangular shape, Georg Jensen base mark, 6 cm x 44 cm x 36.5 cm, original box with velvet-wrapped inserts and dust bag
Auktionshaus Kloss
Mar. 22, 2025
Panton, Verner (1926 Gamtofte - Kopenhagen 1998)
Est: €400 - €480
Lounge Highback-Sessel aus "System 1-2-3". Sitzschale mit brauner Original-Stoffpolsterung, braun lackierter Aluminiumfuß (Kratzer). Fritz Hansen, Dänemark, 60er Jahre. H. 113 cm.
Dannenberg
Mar. 22, 2025
Panton, Verner (1926 Gamtofte - Kopenhagen 1998)
Est: €300 - €360
"Wire Cone Chair". Stahlrohrgeflecht mit schwarzer und roter Lederpolsterung. Alters- und Gebrauchsspuren. Bez. Kare Design. Entwurf Verner Panton für Fritz Hansen, Dänemark, 1980. H. 83 cm.
Dannenberg
Mar. 22, 2025
Panton, Verner (1926 Gamtofte - Kopenhagen 1998)
Est: €200 - €240
Schaukelstuhl "Relaxer". Holzgestell mit originalem Stoffbezug (fleckig). Gebrauchsspuren. Rosenthal, nach 1974. H. 81 cm.
Dannenberg
Mar. 20, 2025
VERNER PANTON
Est: €350 - €500
Lampada a sospensione mod. FUN 0DM. Madreperla, metallo. Produzione J. Luber Ag, 1964 ca. cm 105x53 (cm 72 senza catena) A CEILING LAMP BY V. PANTON Buone condizioni generali. Tracce di ossidazione nella cromatura, piccole righe, leggeri graffi, piccolissime mancanze su alcuni dischi di madreperla, normali segni di usura dovuti all'uso quotidiano.
Wannenes Art Auctions
Mar. 19, 2025
VERNER PANTON
Est: €800 - €1,200
Tre lampade a plafone. Alluminio, metallo, madreperla. Fine anni '60. cm 25x51; cm 30x60; cm 120x60 THREE CEILING LAMPS BY V. PANTON Discrete condizioni generali. Righe, graffi, segni di usura. Visibili mancanze e sbeccature sugli elementi in madreperla. Componenti dell'impianto elettrico interno incompleto e da revisionare.
Wannenes Art Auctions
Mar. 19, 2025
VERNER PANTON
Est: €550 - €750
Lampada a sospensione. Madreperla, legno laccato, metallo. Produzione J. Luber Ag, anni '60. cm 190x35 A CEILING LAMP BY V. PANTON Buone condizioni generali. Tracce di ossidazione, piccole righe, leggeri graffi, normali segni di usura dovuti all'uso quotidiano.
Wannenes Art Auctions
Mar. 19, 2025
VERNER PANTON (DANISH 1926-1998)
Est: £500 - £700
VERNER PANTON (DANISH 1926-1998) MIRA-X WALL PANEL (GEOMETRIC SQUARES) cotton velvet, stretched and framed 119cm x 118cm (46 ½in x 46 ¾in)
Lyon & Turnbull
Mar. 19, 2025
VERNER PANTON (DANISH 1926-1998)
Est: £500 - £700
VERNER PANTON (DANISH 1926-1998) MIRA-X WALL PANEL (WAVE) cotton velvet, stretched and framed 119cm x 119cm (47in x 47in)
Lyon & Turnbull
Mar. 19, 2025
VERNER PANTON (1926-1998) AND POUL HENNINGSEN (1894-1967) FOR LOUIS POULSEN
Est: £400 - £600
VERNER PANTON (1926-1998) AND POUL HENNINGSEN (1894-1967) FOR LOUIS POULSEN 'PANTHELLA' AND 'PH 3 1/2 - 2 1/2' FLOOR LAMPS, CONTEMPORARY both bear maker's label, one patinated aluminium, Perspex and polished steel, 128cm high (50 ½in high); the other chromed steel and glass, 130cm high (51 ¼in high) (2)
Lyon & Turnbull
Mar. 15, 2025
Verner Panton Danish Diamond Pyramid Mirror
Est: $6,000 - $8,000
Verner Panton Danish Diamond Pyramid Mirror Verner Panton Danish Diamond Pyramid Mirror. Model 570039 Manufactured by Beylerian USA. Measures 32 3/4 x 32 3/4 x 8 1/2 inch Mirrored glass, paint, wood. Circa 1974 JK/H
Joshua Kodner
Mar. 12, 2025
VERNER PANTON 'PANTHELLA' FLOOR LAMP FOR LOUIS POULSEN
Est: $700 - $1,000
VERNER PANTON 'PANTHELLA' FLOOR LAMP FOR LOUIS POULSEN Sticker to underside. Denmark 1970s 120h x 50dia ELECTRICITY SAFETY ACT 1998 SECONDHAND DANGER DO NOT USE OR CONNECT TO SUPPLY – THIS ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT MAY BE FAULTY AND SHOULD BE INSPECTED AND TESTED BY A COMPETENT PERSON IN ACCORDANCE WITH AS/NZS 3760
Leonard Joel
Mar. 12, 2025
VERNER PANTON 'EASY G' CHAIR FOR FRITZ HANSEN
Est: $500 - $700
VERNER PANTON 'EASY G' CHAIR FOR FRITZ HANSEN Cream wool upholstery. No manufacturer sticker. Denmark 1970s 110h x 60w x 80d
Leonard Joel
Mar. 12, 2025
VERNER PANTON 'PANTHELLA' FLOOR LAMP FOR LOUIS POULSEN
Est: $700 - $1,000
VERNER PANTON 'PANTHELLA' FLOOR LAMP FOR LOUIS POULSEN Sticker to underside. Denmark 1970s 130h x 50dia ELECTRICITY SAFETY ACT 1998 SECONDHAND DANGER DO NOT USE OR CONNECT TO SUPPLY – THIS ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT MAY BE FAULTY AND SHOULD BE INSPECTED AND TESTED BY A COMPETENT PERSON IN ACCORDANCE WITH AS/NZS 3760
Leonard Joel
Mar. 12, 2025
VERNER PANTON 'FLOWER POT' DESK LAMP FOR UNIQUE INTERIOR COPENHAGEN
Est: $300 - $400
VERNER PANTON 'FLOWER POT' DESK LAMP FOR UNIQUE INTERIOR COPENHAGEN White lacquered metal desk lamp comprised of two self-facing hemispheres set on a fine tubular stem. Denmark Designed 1968 ELECTRICITY SAFETY ACT 1998 SECONDHAND DANGER DO NOT USE OR CONNECT TO SUPPLY – THIS ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT MAY BE FAULTY AND SHOULD BE INSPECTED AND TESTED BY A COMPETENT PERSON IN ACCORDANCE WITH AS/NZS 3760
Leonard Joel
Mar. 08, 2025
Verner PANTON (1926-1998)
Est: €400 - €600
Verner PANTON (1926-1998) Réédition HABITAT, 1999 Modèle « Peacock Chair », créé en 1960 Fauteuil en fil d’acier chromé retenant sept petits coussins en lainage rouge et orangé Usures H : 60 cm - D : 95 cm
Osenat
Mar. 01, 2025
Verner Panton
Est: kr600 - kr1,200
Verner Panton. Phantom Chair, multi-purpose furniture in orange-red polypropylene. Made at Innovation. L. 117 cm. Presented with wear and tear, scratches. Appears with traces of use. No resale rights
Svendborg Auktionerne ApS
Mar. 01, 2025
Verner Panton for Montana
Est: kr500 - kr1,000
Round table. Model JB90. Tabletop with black nano laminate. Frame of white lacquered metal. Dia. 90 cm. H. 73.5 cm. With some signs of wear and tear. No resale rights
Svendborg Auktionerne ApS
Mar. 01, 2025
*Verner Panton
Est: kr400 - kr800
Chair upholstered with red wool. Model 1-2-3. Presented with a crack on the edge of the seat and signs of wear and tear. The item is subject to VAT. Appears with some traces of use. No resale rights
Svendborg Auktionerne ApS
Mar. 01, 2025
Verner Panton
Est: kr600 - kr1,200
Panthella floor lamp. White plastic. Manufactured by Louis Poulsen. H. 132 cm. With a crack on the top of the shade. Shows signs of age-related use. No resale rights
Svendborg Auktionerne ApS
Feb. 26, 2025
Verner Panton/Vitra Orange Molded Plastic Chair
Est: $100 - $200
Property from the Estate of Ann Lytle, Savannah, GA Description: Verner Panton/Vitra Orange Molded Plastic Chair, 21st C, with maker stamps on underside. Measurements: Height: 32 in. x Width: 19 1/4 in. x Depth: 1 in. Condition: Good overall condition, some wear and scratches. Notice to bidders: The absence of a condition report does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections, or the conditions of aging. PHOTOS MAY ALSO ACT AS A CONDITION REPORT. Please review all photos closely prior to bidding. Complete condition reports are available by request, no later than 24 hours prior to the live auction. All lots are offered and sold 'AS IS’, and Everard Auctions will not provide refunds based on condition. Timepiece movements, lighting and electrics have not been tested, and art has not been examined out of the frame unless otherwise stated. We do not guarantee the condition of frames. By placing a bid, either in person, by phone, absentee or via the Internet, you signify that you agree to be bound by the conditions of sale. Everard Auctions does not provide any shipping or packing services. We recommend that all potential buyers obtain pack/ship estimates prior to bidding. Please contact us for a list of recommended shippers.
Everard Auctions and Appraisals
Feb. 24, 2025
VERNER PANTON (Denmark, 1926 - 1998) for VITRA. Amoebe Highback chair, design 1970. High back, upholstered in purple wool. With small stains. Produced by Vitra, with label.
Est: €1,500 - €1,600
VERNER PANTON (Denmark, 1926 - 1998) for VITRA. Amoebe Highback chair, design 1970. High back, upholstered in purple wool. With small stains. Produced by Vitra, with label. Measurements: 130 x 63 x 84 cm. Seat height: 38 cm. Verner Panton was famous for his exuberant forms and this chair is a magnificent example. The Amoebe armchair was designed in 1970 for the Visiona exhibition, which included several versions of this lounge-style chair. Amoebe Highback has a flexible backrest that ends in a curve over the user's head, in the manner of a sculptural canopy. This eye-catching detail gives the chair a pleasing sense of protection and seclusion, says Vitra. Considered one of the most influential personalities of late 20th century furniture design, Verner Panton created a variety of innovative and futuristic designs throughout his career, especially constructed in plastic and brightly colored. Most of his best-known designs are still in production. Verner attended the Odense Technical School and then studied architecture at the Royal Academy of Fine Arts in Copenhagen, where he graduated in 1951. In the early years of his career, between 1950 and 1942, he worked in the architectural studio of Arne Jacobsen. In 1955 he opened his own architecture and design studio, becoming famous with his furniture based on geometric shapes, manufactured by the company Plus-linje. In the late 1950s, his chair designs, with no legs and no discernible back, became increasingly unconventional. In the 1960s Panton began a close collaboration with the Vitra firm, which culminated in 2000 with Panton's retrospective exhibition at the Vitra Design Museum. He is currently represented at the DesignMuseum in London and MoMA in New York, among many others.
Setdart Auction House
Feb. 24, 2025
VERNER PANTON (Denmark, 1926 - 1998) for Vitra. Amoebe Highback chair, design 1970. High back, upholstered in orange wool. Chair with light marks. With Vitra label.
Est: €1,500 - €1,600
VERNER PANTON (Denmark, 1926 - 1998) for Vitra. Amoebe Highback chair, design 1970. High back, upholstered in orange wool. Chair with light marks. With Vitra label. Measurements: 130 x 63 x 84 cm. Seat height: 38 cm. Verner Panton was famous for his exuberant forms and this chair is a magnificent example. The Amoebe armchair was designed in 1970 for the Visiona exhibition, which included several versions of this lounge-style chair. Amoebe Highback has a flexible backrest that ends in a curve over the user's head, in the manner of a sculptural canopy. This eye-catching detail gives the chair a pleasing sense of protection and seclusion, says Vitra. Considered one of the most influential personalities of late 20th century furniture design, Verner Panton created a variety of innovative and futuristic designs throughout his career, especially constructed in plastic and brightly colored. Most of his best-known designs are still in production. Verner attended the Odense Technical School and then studied architecture at the Royal Academy of Fine Arts in Copenhagen, where he graduated in 1951. In the early years of his career, between 1950 and 1942, he worked in the architectural studio of Arne Jacobsen. In 1955 he opened his own architecture and design studio, becoming famous with his furniture based on geometric shapes, manufactured by the company Plus-linje. In the late 1950s, his chair designs, with no legs and no discernible back, became increasingly unconventional. In the 1960s Panton began a close collaboration with the Vitra firm, which culminated in 2000 with Panton's retrospective exhibition at the Vitra Design Museum. He is currently represented at the DesignMuseum in London and MoMA in New York, among many others.
Setdart Auction House
Feb. 18, 2025
Verner Panton Tappeto della serie Romantica
Est: €1,000 - €1,500
Tappeto in lana. Prod. Danimarca, 1960 ca.
Cambi Casa d'Aste
Feb. 17, 2025
VERNER PANTON PAIR OF 'MOON' PENDANTS FOR VERPAN
Est: $500 - $700
VERNER PANTON PAIR OF 'MOON' PENDANTS FOR VERPAN Loops of white lacquered metal blades fan around globe. Manufacturer mark present. Denmark Designed 1960 34dia ELECTRICITY SAFETY ACT 1998 SECONDHAND DANGER DO NOT USE OR CONNECT TO SUPPLY – THIS ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT MAY BE FAULTY AND SHOULD BE INSPECTED AND TESTED BY A COMPETENT PERSON IN ACCORDANCE WITH AS/NZS 3760
Leonard Joel
Feb. 04, 2025
Verner Panton for Louis Poulsen (Danish, 1926–1998) Pair of Europa pendant lights
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
Verner Panton for Louis Poulsen (Danish, 1926–1998) Pair of Europa pendant lights glass, chrome-plated metal 9 h × 11½ dia in | shades This lot is located in Philadelphia.
Freeman’s | Hindman
Feb. 04, 2025
Verner Panton for Louis Poulsen (Danish, 1926–1998) Pair of Europa pendant lights
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
Verner Panton for Louis Poulsen (Danish, 1926–1998) Pair of Europa pendant lights glass, chrome-plated metal Louis Poulson label 9 h × 11½ dia in | shades This lot is located in Philadelphia.
Freeman’s | Hindman
Feb. 04, 2025
Verner PANTON (1926-1998)
Est: €800 - €1,200
Paire de chauffeuses à bascule, modèle Relaxer 2, circa 1975 Structure en hêtre, assise en skaï gris foncé Édition Rosenthal, maque de l'éditeur sur le côté 78,5 x 63 x 106 cm Bibliographie : - Modèle similaire reproduit in Verner Panton The Collected Works, Vitra Design Museum, p. 267. A pair of 'Relaxer 2' rocking lounge chairs by Verner Panton, circa 1975
Maurice Auction
Feb. 04, 2025
Verner PANTON (1926-1998)
Est: €500 - €700
Tapis rond, circa 1970 En laine Diam. : 220 cm A round rug by Verner Panton
Maurice Auction
Feb. 02, 2025
Verner Panton for Louis Poulsen Lamp, Panthella
Est: $200 - $800
A cream colored lamp with a large round base and a slim hourglass shape that transitions to a lightbulb, featuring a plastic dish overhead to support a large round white glass lamp shade. Louis Poulsen manufacturing sticker. Lamp with shade measures: 19.5"L x 19.5"W x 27"H. Lamp measures: 13.5"L x 13.5"W x 26.5"H. Shade measures: 10.25"H x 19.5" dia. Artist: Verner Panton Dimensions: See Description Country of Origin: Denmark
Lion and Unicorn
Jan. 29, 2025
Verner Panton
Est: €10,500 - €15,500
Verner Panton (Copenaghen, 1926 - Basilea, 1998) «120U» TABLE AND SIX «120S» CHAIRS FROM THE «PANTONOVA» SERIES, METAL STRUCTURE, GLASS TOP, BROWN FABRIC UPHOLSTERY TAVOLO MOD. 120U E SEI SEDIE MOD. 120S DELLA SERIE PANTONOVA tavolo in metallo, ripiano in vetro sedie in metallo, seduta in tessuto nei toni del marrone Produzione Fritz Hansen, Danimarca, 1970 circa tavolo alt. cm 71 e diam. cm 119 sedie cm H77xL65xP59
Pandolfini Casa d'Aste
Jan. 28, 2025
Verner Panton (Danish, 1926-1998),
Est: £200 - £300
Verner Panton (Danish, 1926-1998), a 'Panthella' floor lamp, originally designed in 1971, with a domed shade, 33cm diameter 126cm high to fitting
Sworders
Jan. 25, 2025
VERNER PANTON (Attr.le), Tappetto circolare
Est: €700 - €800
VERNER PANTON (Attr.le) Produzione Danese 1970 ca. Tappetto circolare in lana a disegno geometrico nei toni beige, blu e turchese. cm Ø 255. A RUG ATTRIBUTABLE TO VERNER PANTON.
Benedetto Trionfante Auction House s.r.l
Jan. 20, 2025
VERNER PANTON (Denmark, 1926 - 1998) for VITRA Editor. Set of four "Panton" cantilever chairs, design 1967. Injection molded polypropylene, white. Made of polypropylene since 1999. Vitra Editor
Est: €1,000 - €1,100
VERNER PANTON (Denmark, 1926 - 1998) for VITRA Editor. Set of four "Panton" cantilever chairs, design 1967. Injection molded polypropylene, white. Made of polypropylene since 1999. Vitra Editor. With Vitra die-cut stamp. In good condition. Measurements: 80 x 60 x 50 cm. In the sixties Panton began his collaboration with the firm Vitra, with which he developed his best known design: the "Panton" chair, made of a single piece of plastic injection, which was presented in 1967. Now considered a classic of 20th century design, the Panton chair is part of such prominent collections as the MoMA in New York. Considered one of the most influential personalities of late 20th century furniture design, Verner Panton created a variety of innovative and futuristic designs during his career, especially constructed in plastic and brightly colored. Most of his best-known designs are still in production. Verner attended the Odense Technical School and then studied architecture at the Royal Academy of Fine Arts in Copenhagen, graduating in 1951. In the early years of his career, between 1950 and 1942, he worked in the architectural office of Arne Jacobsen. In 1955 he opened his own architecture and design studio, becoming famous with his furniture based on geometric shapes, manufactured by the company Plus-linje. In the late 1950s his chair designs, with no legs and no discernible back, became increasingly unconventional. In the 1960s Panton began his collaboration with the firm Vitra, which has been very close ever since, culminating in 2000 with the Panton retrospective exhibition held at the Vitra Design Museum. He is currently represented at the DesignMuseum in London and the MoMA in New York, among many others.
Setdart Auction House
Jan. 20, 2025
VERNER PANTON (Denmark, 1926 - 1998) for VITRA. Amoebe Highback chair, design 1970. High back, upholstered in purple wool. With small stains. Produced by Vitra, with label.
Est: €1,500 - €1,600
VERNER PANTON (Denmark, 1926 - 1998) for VITRA. Amoebe Highback chair, design 1970. High back, upholstered in purple wool. With small stains. Produced by Vitra, with label. Measurements: 130 x 63 x 84 cm. Seat height: 38 cm. Verner Panton was famous for his exuberant forms and this chair is a magnificent example. The Amoebe armchair was designed in 1970 for the Visiona exhibition, which included several versions of this lounge-style chair. Amoebe Highback has a flexible backrest that ends in a curve over the user's head, in the manner of a sculptural canopy. This eye-catching detail gives the chair a pleasing sense of protection and seclusion, says Vitra. Considered one of the most influential personalities of late 20th century furniture design, Verner Panton created a variety of innovative and futuristic designs throughout his career, especially constructed in plastic and brightly colored. Most of his best-known designs are still in production. Verner attended the Odense Technical School and then studied architecture at the Royal Academy of Fine Arts in Copenhagen, where he graduated in 1951. In the early years of his career, between 1950 and 1942, he worked in the architectural studio of Arne Jacobsen. In 1955 he opened his own architecture and design studio, becoming famous with his furniture based on geometric shapes, manufactured by the company Plus-linje. In the late 1950s, his chair designs, with no legs and no discernible back, became increasingly unconventional. In the 1960s Panton began a close collaboration with the Vitra firm, which culminated in 2000 with Panton's retrospective exhibition at the Vitra Design Museum. He is currently represented at the DesignMuseum in London and MoMA in New York, among many others.
Setdart Auction House