After seeing one of the few originals on an auction site, Arne Vodder's AV Egoist chaise lounge has been given a second chance.

The rare AV Egoist chaise lounge, designed in the early 1950s by Danish architect Arne Vodder, has been launched into a second, more widely available, life. A favorite of Arne’s, only a few were originally made, much to the chagrin of design lovers. Thankfully, Danish manufacturer Sibast Furniture, along with Arne’s son Michael Vodder, have brought it back.
“I remember my father’s keen interest in this type of chair and how proud he was of the chaise lounge. After striking out on my own, I’ve always dreamt of having this specific chair in my home,” explains Michael. “It was one of the most iconic pieces of furniture my father ever designed, and, in my opinion, its style is still fresh and up-to-date.” He believes it to be his father’s signature piece of work.
Ditley Sibast, CEO, co-owner, and fourth generation at Sibast Furniture, came across a model of the original chaise lounge on an auction site. After some research he discovered Arne’s design archives had been left in Michael’s care. There they found old drawings, measurements, and a few photos to go off of. From these fragments they were able to successfully recreate a dimensionally accurate model of the AV Egoist chaise lounge.

The chaise lounge’s design is organic and powerful, radiating comfort and personalit...