Scandinavian Modern Chairs
SCANDINAVIAN MODERN STYLE
Scandinavian modernism is perhaps 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.
ORIGINS OF SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Emerged in the 1930s
- Originated primarily in Denmark, Sweden and Finland
- Introduced in the United States in mid-20th century
- Informed by the Bauhaus and modernism; influenced American mid-century modernism
CHARACTERISTICS OF SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Bold, clean lines and simple, sturdy symmetries
- Use of natural materials — native woods such as pine, ash and beech
- Open, airy spaces
- Promotion of functionality
- Emphasis on craftsmanship; rooted in cabinetry profession and traditional construction techniques
- Minimal ornamentation (little to no embellishment)
- A neutral or light color palette owing to prominence of light woods
SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Alvar Aalto
- Hans Wegner
- Kaare Klint
- Arne Jacobsen
- Greta Magnusson Grossman
- Finn Juhl
- Arne Vodder
- Verner Panton
ICONIC SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
VINTAGE SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The gentle, organic contours that are typical of Scandinavian design appear in the furnishings and decor created by Danish, Finnish and Swedish designers not as a stylistic gesture, but rather as a practical, ergonomic — and, as importantly, elegant — response to the human form.
Each nation produced exceptional talents in all areas of the applied arts, yet each had its forté. Sweden was home to Greta Magnusson Grossman and Bruno Mathsson — creators of the classic Grasshopper lighting series and Berlin daybed, respectively — but the country excelled most notably at ceramics. In the 1920s at the great Gustavsberg porcelain manufactory, Wilhelm Kåge introduced pieces in the Scandinavian style based on influences from folklore to Cubism; his skills were passed on to his versatile and inspired pupils Berndt Friberg and Stig Lindberg.
Likewise, Finland produced a truly ingenious Scandinavian modern furniture designer in the architect Alvar Aalto, a master at melding function and artistic form in works like the Paimio chair, created in collaboration with his first wife, Aino. Yet Finnish glassware was pre-eminent, crafted in expressive, sculptural designs by Tapio Wirkkala and Timo Sarpaneva.
The Danes excelled at chairs. Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen were exemplars of the country’s facility with wood, particularly teak.
Wegner created such iconic pieces as the Round chair and the Wishbone chair; Jacobsen — while the revolutionary architect and furniture innovator produced the best-selling plywood Ant chair — designed two classic upholstered pieces of the 1950s: the Swan chair and Egg chair. The list of great Danes could go on and on, including Finn Juhl, a stylistic maverick and maker of the bold Chieftain chair; Poul Kjaerholm, with his lean metal-and-rattan aesthetic; and Verner Panton, who introduced a vibrant Pop note into international design.
Today, decades after their heyday, the prolific, ever-evolving Scandinavian modernists continue to amaze and delight, and interior designers all over the world use their pieces to bring warmth to any given space.
On 1stDibs, you will note both instantly recognizable vintage Scandinavian modern chairs, sofas, rugs and tables — those that have earned iconic status over time — and many new discoveries.
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Style: Scandinavian Modern
Illum Wikkelsø Pair of Easy Chairs in Black Upholstery and Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Illum Wikkelsø, pair of lounge chairs, leatherette, teak, Denmark 1960s.
Well-designed pair of easy chairs in black leatherette upholstery by Danish designer Illum Wikkelsø. This 'O...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Teak
Danish Set of Eight Dining Chairs in Oak and Red Upholstery
By Duba
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Duba Møbelindustri, set of eight dining chairs, bent plywood oak, chrome-plated metal, fabric Denmark, 1970s.
Set of eight Danish dining chairs made in the 1970s. The whole constru...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Mid Century 711 Lounge Chair by Fredrik Kayser for Vatne Møbelfabrikk, c1950s
Located in Chino Hills, CA
Step back in time with this breathtaking mid-century modern teak chair, designed by the renowned Norwegian designer Fredrik A. Kayser for Vatne Møbelfabrik in the 1950s. This iconic ...
Category
1950s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Set of 8 Scandinavian chairs by Vestervig Eriksen for BRBR Tromborg 1960
Located in Saint Rémy de Provence, FR
Set of 8 Vestervig Eriksen Scandinavian chairs for BRBR Tromborg 1960 in brown stained solid teak and beige skai seats. All in good condition
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Wood
Mid Century Modern Folding Rope & Walnut Folding Side Chair
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful single desk side chair in solid walnut frame with rope seat and back, the chair is in great condition and very light use.
Category
20th Century American Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Rope, Walnut
Poul Kjærholm 'PK9' Dining Chair for Fritz Hansen in Leather (Cat. 5)
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Kjærholm 'PK9' Dining Chair for Fritz Hansen in Leather (Cat. 5).
Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timeless craft...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Poul Kjærholm 'PK9' Dining Chair for Fritz Hansen in Aura Leather
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Kjærholm 'PK9' Dining Chair for Fritz Hansen in Aura Leather.
Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timeless craftsman...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Johannes Andersen Pair of 'Juliane' Dining Chairs in Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Johannes Andersen for Uldum Møbelfabrik, pair of chairs ‘Juliane’, oak, fabric, Denmark, 1960s
This pair of dining chairs is designed by Danish designer Johannes Andersen and produc...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Göran Malmvall pine chair 510 by Karl Andersson & Söner, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Forserum, SE
Swedish side chair, Model 510, designed by Göran Malmvall for the manufacturer Karl Andersson & Söner, Huskvarna. Originating from the late 1940s, it is a late example of the "sports...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Pine
'Hippo' Bar Chair 65 by Norr11, Light Smoked Oak, Barnum Bouclé col.24
Located in Paris, FR
HIPPO Bar Chair
Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11.
Model shown on the picture:
Wood: Light Smoked Oak
Fabric: Barnum Bouclé 024
...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak, Wool
Lovö chair by Axel Einar Hjort for Nordiska Kompaniet 1930s
Located in Stockholm, SE
A stained pine 'Lovö' chair by Axel Einar Hjort for Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden 1930s.
Iron mounts, high back. Height 95 cm, seat height 41 cm.
Wear and scratches.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Pine
Skandinavian Teak Dining Chairs by Erik Buch, Denmark 1950s
Located in St-Brais, JU
A set of four of mid-century dining chairs by Danish Designer Erik Buch. Made in Denmark during the 1950s by O.D. Mobler. This is a true design classic which features a sturdy wooden...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood
'Hippo' Bar Chair 65 by Norr11, Natural Oak, Barnum Bouclé col.24
Located in Paris, FR
HIPPO Bar Chair
Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11.
Model shown on the picture:
Wood: Natural Oak
Fabric: Barnum Bouclé 24
Wood ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
Johannes Andersen Set of Ten Dining Chairs in Pine
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Johannes Andersen for Uldum Møbelfabrik, set of ten dining chairs, pine, fabric, Denmark, 1960s
These dining chairs belong to the Scandinavian Modern style and were designed by Joha...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Pine
'Hippo' Bar Chair 65 by Norr11, Black Oak, Barnum Bouclé col.3
Located in Paris, FR
HIPPO Bar Chair
Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11.
Model shown on the picture:
Wood: Black Oak
Fabric: Barnum Bouclé 03
Wood ty...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
Set of Six Karl Erik Ekselius JOC Dining Chairs
Located in Dronten, NL
Beautiful set of 6 dining chairs designed by Karl Erik Ekselius for JOC.
Elegantly carved teak frames with the original light brown fabric.
The original foam was completely deterio...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Conferece armchair by Dyrlum
By Dyrlund
Located in Buxton, GB
This stunning set of four armchairs is an actual work of art. Designed in the early ’70s by the renowned Danish cabinet maker Dyrlum, these chairs epitomise sophistication and style....
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Teak
Four Danish Solid Brazilian Rosewood Dining Chairs
By Bruno Hansen
Located in Oakland, CA
Set of 4 Mid-Century rosewood dining chairs, 1958, Denmark. Handcrafted from solid Brazilian rosewood, the frames feature comfortable angled backrests and are upholstered in patinate...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Rosewood
'Hippo' Bar Chair 75 by Norr11, Natural Oak, Barnum Bouclé col.3
Located in Paris, FR
HIPPO Bar Chair
Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11.
Model shown on the picture:
Wood: Natural Oak
Fabric: Barnum Bouclé 24
Bar C...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
Set of Eight Oregon Pine Ladder Chairs
Located in Dronten, NL
Great matching set of 8 Swedish dining chairs in Oregon Pine with twisted seagrass seats in beautiful vintage condition.
Mid-century mo...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Seagrass, Pine
Vintage Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak & Vinyl Armchair Model 89 by Erik Buch
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This modernist chair was designed by Erik Buch for the Danish manufacturer Anderstrup Møbelfabrik during the 1950s. It is model 89. Made of high-quality teak wood in a dark shade of ...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Teak
'Hippo' Bar Chair 75 by Norr11, Natural Oak, Barnum Bouclé col.3
Located in Paris, FR
HIPPO Bar Chair
Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11.
Model shown on the picture:
Wood: Natural Oak
Fabric: Barnum Bouclé 3
Bar Ch...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
'Hippo' Bar Chair 65 by Norr11, Black Oak, Barnum Bouclé col.24
Located in Paris, FR
HIPPO Bar Chair
Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11.
Model shown on the picture:
Wood: Black Oak
Fabric: Barnum Bouclé 24
Wood ty...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
4x Skandinavian Dining Chairs by Erik Buch, Denmark 1950s
Located in St-Brais, JU
A set of four of mid-century dining chairs by Danish Designer Erik Buch. Made in Denmark during the 1950s by O.D. Mobler. This is a true design classic which features a sturdy wooden...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood, Wool, Teak
Pair cLASSIC Danish Spindle Barrel Back Arm Chairs by George Tanier / Denmark
By Sibast, George Tanier
Located in Buffalo, NY
Pair cLASSIC Danish Spindle Barrel Back Arm Chairs by George Tanier
for Sibast , Made in Denmark...Retains original finish to wood frame, reupholstered in a white wool boucle.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Birch
Danish Modern Frits Henningsen Windsor Armchair
Located in Minneapolis, MN
A design from the 1930s by Frits Henningsen for Carl Hansen & sons.Atake traditional British design but with Danish modern sensibility. Lacquered beech frame.
Professional, skilled ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Beech
'Ekstrem' by Terje Ekstrøm, 1980s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Good vintage condition, with small signs of usage.
Produced in Norway during the 1990s.
Category
1980s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Scandinavian Dining Chairs by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen, Model 316
Located in Karlstad, SE
Set of 6 dining chairs model 316 by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen, Denmark.
These chairs feature a teak frame with cognac-colored aniline leather sea...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Arnold Madsen 'Oda' Easy Chair with Stool
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arnold Madsen for Madsen & Schubell, 'Oda' lounge chair with ottoman, model 'MS-9', fabric teak, Denmark, circa 1957.
The Oda lounge chair with ottoman, designed by Arnold Madsen (...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Teak, Fabric
Danish Modern 1940s Occasional Armchair
Located in Minneapolis, MN
A wonderful older Danish modern design that reflects on the more traditional styling. Beech frame with upholstered seat.
Professional, skilled furniture restoration is an integral ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Beech
Mid Century Children chair by TON
Located in Brno, CZ
A Mid-Century children’s chair made entirely of beech wood in a lovely light honeycomb colour . This piece was produced in the 1970’s by the renowned TON Furniture Company. Despite b...
Category
1970s Czech Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Beech
Swedish 1970s Pine Ladder back Chairs with Rope woven seats -- Pair
Located in Basel, BS
Beautiful pair of Swedish Pine wood 1970s Ladder back rope chairs. The wood grain is fantastic throughout all chairs. The woven rope is beaut...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Rope, Pine
Set of 6 Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Dining Chairs, Rosewood
Located in London, GB
Kai Kristiansen
Model 42 dining chairs, 1956.
Set of 6 dining chairs produced by Skovman Andersen for the Illum Bolighus department store in Copenhagen. Refinished rosewood fra...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wool, Rosewood
Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Dining Chairs ‘BM 61’ in Oak and Cane
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Børge Mogensen for Fredericia, dining chairs model ‘BM 61’, oak, cane wicker, Denmark, 1950s
This naturalistic looking chair is characterized by a splendid desi...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Cane, Oak
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razoblade, Denmark, Oak
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and original Dragør fabric as they were made originally with. Provided by Danish Art Weavery.
Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism.
Model: Razorblade
Made by Another Classic...
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak
Scandinavian Modern Plywood Dining Chairs, 1970s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Antwerp, BE
Crafted from durable beech plywood, these chairs epitomize solidity and style, offering a refined dining experience with a modern flair and distinctive character. Channeling the esse...
Category
Late 20th Century European Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Plywood
Frode Holm attr. Vanity Chair in New White Boucle
By Frode Holm
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful and elegant diminutive vanity chair designed by Frode Holm. Executed in new cream bouclé textile, and comfortable supportive foam seat and back, with blonde solid wooden le...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Wood
Kilta Chair by Olli Mannermaa
Located in Dronten, NL
This elegant Kilta chair was designed by Finland designer Olli Mannermaa for Martela.
The Kilta chair is a Finnish design Classic. Kilta’s timeless design and very comfortable seati...
Category
1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Mid 20th Century Domus Chair Designed By Ilmari Tapiovaara, Finland
Located in Turku, FI
Domus chair was designed by Finnish interior architect and designer Ilmari Tapiovaara in 1946. The chair was designed for the Domus Academica student housing complex, located in Hels...
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Birch
Rainer Daumiller Set of Four Dining Chairs in Pine
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Rainer Daumiller for Hirtshals Sawmill, set of four dining chairs, pine, Denmark, 1970s
Beautiful, organic and natural dining chairs in solid pine designed by Rainer Daumiller. A si...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Pine
Uno & Östen Kristiansson for Luxus Hunting Chair in Leather and Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Uno & Östen Kristiansson for Luxus, hunting chair, model '204', leather, oak, Sweden, 1954
Swedish hunting chair designed by Uno & Östen Kristia...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Safari Chair by Kaare Klint for Rud, Rasmussen
Located in Portland, OR
Iconic original safari chair by professor Kaare Klint. Designed 1927. This version dates to the 1960s and is executed in solid ash. Nice patina to the wood, and left unrestored. The ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Ash
Rare Fritz Hansen Lounge Chair, Beech and Woven Seagrass, Denmark, 1940s
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Fritz Hansen & Attributed. Frits Schlegel
Scandinavian Modern
A stunning and lounge chair in beech and seagrass made by Danish cabinetmaker Fritz Hansen in the 1940s, design attr...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Seagrass, Beech
Arm chair in elm and leather with exquisite patina by Arne Wahl Iversen, 1960s
Located in Hägersten, SE
Arm chair model St-750 designed by Arne Wahl Iversen. Produced in Denmark by Danish cabinetmaker during the 1960s. Made from solid elm wood with oil finish. Seat with patinated leath...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Elm
Danish teak wood chair reupholstered
Located in Brescia, IT
1960s wooden chair.
Original Scandinavian chair with simple and elegant lines. Consisting of teak wood frame, it is distinguished by the contoured...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Fritz Hansen Pair of Easy Chairs in Sheepskin, Model 1669
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Pair of Fritz Hansen easy chairs in sheepskin, model 1669, 1930s
Sculptural chairs re-upholstered in sheepskin, legs of stained beech. All reupholstery work carried out with filling...
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech
Chair with armrests by Bengt Ruda for NK
Located in Brescia, IT
Chair with arms designed by Bengt Ruda for Nordiska Kompaniet in the 1950s.
The seat has been lined and reupholstered with dirt-resistant 'aquaclean' fabric.
Good condition. It may...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Børge Mogensen Early Pair of Dining Chairs in Oak and Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik, pair of dining chairs chairs, model 3236, oak, leather, Denmark, 1960s
Pair of dining chairs in oak and black leather upholstery. These ch...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Large Set of Ten Danish Dining Chairs in Pine
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Set of ten dining chairs, pine, Denmark, 1970s.
Set of ten beautiful, organic and natural dining chairs in solid pine. A simplistic design with a round seating and attention for th...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Pine
Kai Lyngfeldt Larsen Set of Six Dining Chairs in Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Kai Lyngfeldt Larsen for Soren Willadsen, set of six dining chairs, teak, fabric, Denmark, 1960s.
These elegant, curvy dining chairs show wonderful craftsmanship. The top rail is fo...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Rare pair of Mahogany, Niger Leather and Woven Cane Chairs, Denmark 1930s
By Kaare Klint
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Kaare Klint & Rigmor Andersen & Rud Rasmussen - Early Scandinavian Modern Design
A very rare pair of chairs attributed to Kaare Klint and Rigmor Andersen, Denmark 1930s.
The c...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Cane, Mahogany
1960s Finnish Pair of Crinolette Lounge Chairs by Ilmari Tapiovaara for Asko
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A pair of black painted birch 'Crinolette' lounge chairs with bent wood spokes tenon-joined to the solid bent back rest, maintaining original 'Asko Export' stickers.
Category
1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Birch
Jorgen Hoj for Johannes Hansen Aluminum and Leather Chairs 1962
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Jorgen Hoj Pair of elegant and handsome Aluminum and leather Chairs. Hoj was a student of Poul Kjaerholm and the influence is clear. Beautifully made. This pair shows wear and tea...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Eight Restored Erik Buch Teak Dining Chairs, Including Custom Reupholstery
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of eight restored Erik Buch dining chairs made by Anderstrup Møbelfabrik.
The chairs are made in teak and feature a solid wooden frame and are as all of Erik Buchs chairs char...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood, Teak
Sculptural Chair, Finland, 1940s
Located in Helsinki, FI
Sculptural chair, manufactured in Finland, 1940s. Birch and birch plywood with metal details on the backrest. Beautiful design. Good vintage condition, patina and minor wear consiste...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Birch
Kids Fur Bean Bag Chair, Pink Rose Gold
Located in Dural, AU
From gentle softness to perfectly tailored comfort, this rose gold, pink fur bean bag cover brings kids luxury comfort to life. The bean bag chair cover i...
Category
2010s Australian Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin
Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn Dining Chair in Oak and Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn, dining chair, model 'CH 33', oak, leather, Denmark, design 1954, later production.
Dining chair designed by Danish designer Hans J. Wegner. Th...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
JH 505 - Set of 6 'Cow horn Chairs' in teak By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
JH 505 - Set of 6 'Cow horn Chairs' in solid teak and patinated braided cane. Designed in 1952.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Cane, Teak
Scandinavian Modern chairs for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Scandinavian Modern chairs for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage chairs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, more furniture and collectibles, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, animal skin and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Scandinavian Modern chairs made in a specific country, there are Europe, Scandinavia, and Denmark pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original chairs, popular names associated with this style include Hans J. Wegner, Fritz Hansen, Norr11, and Arne Jacobsen. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for chairs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $70 and tops out at $83,516 while the average work can sell for $3,192.
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