Series 8

Originally created as a commission for the Danish National Bank in 1968, the chair proved to be more difficult to execute than expected. The inherent curves posed a difficult manufacturing challenge in order to meet Jacobsen’s high quality standards, and the chair wound up discontinued by the end of the decade. With the improvement of production methods, the Series 8 is being reintroduced next month.

Its sexy tiny “waist” and curvy “bottom” make it a stunner. Available in dark brown and black lacquered beech, the Series 8 sits on polished or satin chrome legs and is stackable. The design is also available as an armchair, called the Lily.