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What is Danish modern furniture?
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Danish modern furniture is the term for a style of furniture that emerged during the 1930s through the innovation of designers from Denmark. It is a subset of Scandinavian modern furniture, the warmest and most organic iteration of modernist design. The work of the designers associated with vintage Scandinavian modern furniture was founded on centuries-old beliefs in both quality craftsmanship and the ideal that beauty should enhance even the humblest accessories of daily life. Some notable Danish modern designers include Hans J. Wegner, Kaare Klint, Arne Jacobsen, Finn Juhl, Arne Vodder and Verner Panton. Shop a range of Danish modern furniture on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
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Large Five Arm Solid Pine Chandelier with Fabric Shades by Luxus Sweden, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Swedish lighting manufacturer, Luxus gave form to some of the now iconic models that define the “Swedish mid-century style”. This solid pine wood, five-light chandelier was created...
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Fabric, Plastic, Pine
Pair of Etcetera Easy Chair by Jan Ekselius for JOC Sweden 1970s
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Pair of iconic Etcetera lounge or easy chair chair designed by Jan Ekselius for JOC Sweden.
First edition from the 70s.
Visually striking pure lines, wave-shaped design for comfort,...
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Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Swedish Modern Floor Lamp in Carved Solid Pine Wood, 1960s
Located in The Hague, NL
This striking tall floor lamp was produced in Sweden in the 1960s.
The Swedish Modern design is characterized by a central stem crafted from solid pine wood, featuring alternating e...
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Fabric, Linen, Pine
Otto Schulz Lounge Chairs, Pair of Scandinavian Modern Original Schulz
By Otto Schulz, Jio
Located in Kramfors, SE
Pair of Schulz Lounge Chairs – Otto Schulz Easy Chairs.
Otto Schulz was active during parts of the 20th century and these lounge chairs were designed in 1936 and manufactured by Ji...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
'Hippo' Lounge Chair by Norr11, Light Smoked Oak, Barnum Bouclé, White
Located in Paris, FR
HIPPO lounge chair
Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11.
Model shown on the picture:
Wood: Light Smoked Oak
Fabric: Barnum...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
Poul Cadovius 'Royal System' teak desk shelf and brass brackets, 1960s Denmark
Located in The Hague, NL
This Mid-Century teak wall-mounted shelving system, made by Danish designer Poul Cadovius . This shelf is mounted on teak risers and brass patinated brackets.
The shelf can be used ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves
Materials
Brass
