Scandinavian Modern Lounge 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
Carl-Axel Acking ‘Trienna’ Lounge Chairs in Oak and Patinated Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Carl-Axel Acking, pair of lounge chairs model ‘Trienna’, oak, leather, Sweden, designed in 1957
These characteristic lounge chairs were designed by the Swedish architect and furnitu...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Henning Kjaernulf Oak Razor Blade Chair, C1960s
Located in London, GB
Henning Kjaernulf - Razor Blade Chair, 1960
Unique lounge chair manufactured by Nyrup Møbelfabrik, Denmark 1960. The chair features razor blade shaped carved backs and thick, wide a...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Bouclé, Oak
Danish Midcentury Space Age Lounge Chair in Teak and Naugahyde
By Georg Thams
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Very cool 1960s lounge chair covered in vinyl or Naugahyde raised on solid teak legs and made in Denmark in an era when 100% vinyl was the real thing. Very good condition with very m...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Naugahyde, Teak
Danish Modern Oak pair of razorback Armchairs, 1970's
Located in Uccle, BE
A pair of razorback lounge chairs by Danish designer Henning Kjaernulf. This is his iconic design. Made of oak and reuphostered in toile chiné. Manufactured by EG Kvalitetsmøbel.
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen 'Silverline' Lounge Chair in Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Nielsen for France & Søn, 'Silverline' lounge chair, Ohmann Colorado nubuck leather, teak, aluminum, Denmark, 1960s
Presenting a stylish lounge chair wit...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Grete Jalk PJ-56 Rosewood Lounge, Chair 1950s
Located in London, GB
Grete Jalk Model PJ-56 lounge chair
A beautiful lounge chair designed by Grete Jalk for cabinetmaker Poul Jeppesen in Denmark, circa 1956. This examples come in stunning rosewood ...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Rud Thygensen lounge chairs of leather, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Rud Thygesen lounge chair with legs of rosewood.
Original duvet cushions with brown light patinated leather.
Made by Thams.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Post Modern Stressless Lounge Chair and Ottoman with copper frame
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage post modern Ekornes Stressless Lounge Chair and Ottoman in off white leather cream and a copper plated steel frame. The chair can swivel and recline fully for a zero gravity ...
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Late 20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Copper
Kerstin Hörlin Holmquist Little Adam, Little Eva set of lounge chairs 1950's
Located in Uccle, BE
Pair of Little Adam and Little Eva armchairs by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist for Nordiska Kompaniet in beech and Linen/synthetic grey upholstery. Belo...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
FH Ax Arm Chair by Peter Hvidt
Located in Dronten, NL
Armchair designed by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard–Nielsen and produced in 1963 by Fritz Hansen, Denmark. The chair is press shaped in laminated beechwood, the seat is upholstered w...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Birch, Teak
Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen CH468 Oculus Lounge Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen CH468 Oculus Lounge Chair in like new Condition! Was used in a show house basically for a photo shoot. Very clean condition in a gray fabric. Stainless...
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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Børge Mogensen Spanish Chair, Oak and Leather, 1958
Located in London, GB
Børge Mogensen - The Spanish Chair, c1958
Manufactured by Fredericia Stolefabrik, Copenhagen, Denmark. Beautifully patinated and aged oak frame with original, patinated tan saddle l...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Danish mid-century Easy Chair Teak and original Striped Wool, 1950's
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Very cool Danish mid-century armchair in teak covered in wool and very representative of the easy chairs of the time designed by such icons as Arne Vodder and Hans Wegner. Made by Er...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Teak
Arne Jacobsen Pair Armchairs 3300 Series in Chestnut leather for Fritz Hansen
Located in Amsterdam, NL
This pair Lounge Chairs was designed by Arne Jacobsen for the SAS Air Terminal connected to the SAS Royal Hotel Copenhagen, Denmark. These Armchairs are manufactured by Fritz Hansen ...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Customizable Danish Wing Back Chairs with Teak Frame
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lounge chairs, teak, off-white upholstery, Denmark, 1950s
This Scandinavian Modern lounge chair is characterized by a stylish timeless design based on elegant shapes and clean lines...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Finn Juhl FD 112 Armchair Lounge, Rosewood, Cado, France & Søn, 1960s, Denmark
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Finn Juhl FD 112 Armchair Lounge, Rosewood, Cado, France & Søn, 1960s, Denmark. Arms are removable. You can use as armless lounge as well. (See final pho...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Textile, Rosewood
‘Stora Kraal’ lounge chair by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist, Sweden 1950s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Early ‘Magneto’ floor lamp by H. Fillekes for Artiforte, The Netherlands 1954. This minimalistic floor lamp features a lacquered metal tripod foot which is connected to a balance arm...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Midcentury Modern "USA 75" Lounge Chair by Folke Ohlsson, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Elegant and comfortable “USA 75” lounge chair by Folke Ohlsson, with loose greige cushions. Rare rosewood version. Beautifully sculpted armrests and ribbing in the back.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Rosewood
Finn Juhl NV-53, Original Rosewood Lounge Chair, Niels Vodder, Denmark, 1953
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Finn Juhl NV-53, Original Rosewood Lounge Chair, Niels Vodder, Denmark, 1953. Finn Juhl originally designed the 53-series for master joiner Niels Vodder. It was introduced at the Cop...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass
Set of Kai Kristiansen Paper Knife Easy Chairs 1950s Denmark
Located in St-Brais, JU
A set of Kai Kristiansen’s most celebrated design: two ‘Paper knife’ chairs crafted from solid teak wood. One of the most graceful and beautiful chairs of the Danish Modern period. T...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Teak, Wool
Swivel Lounge Chair and Ottoman Made in Sweden by IKEA c 1970/1980's
By IKEA
Located in New York, NY
Clean, comfortable and ready to use condition, this chair and ottoman were produced in the 1970's - 1980's in Sweden for Ikea. Constricted of a wood frame with metal base, with blac...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Danish Cabinetmaker High-Back Chair with Stained Beech Arms, Denmark, 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Throughout Scandinavia, there is a long history of pride in craftsmanship using natural materials like wood. This is especially true for Denmark, and this beautiful high-back chair is a great representation of the quality and craftsmanship of Danish master cabinetmakers.
“Danish Modern” is a recognized term around the world standing for the characteristic style of Danish design created during the mid-20th century. Danish designers were often trained architects themselves, resulting in masterful structures as seen in this high-back chair’s frame. The gentle but crisp angles created from the stained beech are the main decorative elements, especially on the exposed arms that extend to form the front legs effortlessly. However, it is the partially upholstered arms that and robust back that set this model apart. The upholstery engages with the frame uniquely, accentuating the outlines and the beautiful stained beech as well. From the lightly curved “ears” to the lightly reclined back and the tapered legs, the design showcases the best characteristics of Mid-Century Modern design. In service of the “form follows function” ideal of the era, the design is completed by a thick seat cushion that overreach the seat, thus aiding the ultimate lounging experience. The beechwood’s smoothness paired with the soft upholstery’s rich colour and texture creates an elegant, stylish aesthetic.
Looking at this chair, it becomes easy to understand the reason behind the major rise in popularity that Mid-Century Modern has been experiencing for decades now. The natural and unfading beauty of the wooden frames and the quality fabrics help to enhance the genius of the structure. With an outstanding design and craftsmanship, this Danish cabinetmaker chair...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Beech
1970s Brown Leather Lounge Chair Model 'Krona' By Ake Fribytter For Nelo, Sweden
By Nelo, Ake Fribytter
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Extremely comfortable lounge / easy chair, model "Krona", in bentwood and upholstered with brown leather designed by Ake Fribytter for Nelo, Sweden.
All original and in good conditio...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
Scandinavian Mid Century Lounge Chairs in Sheepskin
Located in Karlstad, SE
Low-back lounge chairs manufactured in Sweden ca 1940.
Cozy lounge chairs with exceptional proportions and design.
They have been reupholstered i...
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Wood
Børge Mogensen Spanish Chair, Oak and Leather, 1958
Located in London, GB
Børge Mogensen - The Spanish Chair, c1958
Manufactured by Fredericia Stolefabrik, Copenhagen, Denmark. Beautifully patinated and aged oak frame with original, patinated tan saddle l...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Danish Lounge Chair by Henning Kjaernulf
Located in Turners Falls, MA
Danish mid century lounge chair designed by Henning Kjaernulf.
Sculpted Oak frames complimented with classic Scandinavian mid century stripped upholstery. 1960’s, Denmark
Delivery t...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
Swedish Modern Bruno Mathsson Pair of Rattan Lounge Chairs and Footstool
Located in Kramfors, SE
Lounge chairs by Bruno Mathsson in rattan. Indulge in luxury with this pair of iconic lounge chairs by Bruno Mathsson, a rare pair in rattan accompanied by a footstool for DUX. This ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Rattan
Rare Axel Einar Hjorth ‘Lido’ Lounge Chair in Patinated Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Axel Einar Hjorth for Nordiska Kompaniet, lounge chair ‘Lido’, leather, lacquered birch, Sweden, 1932
Rare lounge chair by Swedish designer Axel Einar Hjorth designed and manufactur...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Birch
Scandinavian Mid Century Lounge Chair in Sheepskin
Located in Karlstad, SE
High-back lounge chair manufactured in Denmark ca 1940.
This majestic chair surrounds you with its curved backrest and is just as comfortable as it...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Wood
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 Lounge Chairs
Materials
Teak, Fabric
Finn Juhl FD 112 Lounge Chair, Rosewood, Cado, France & Søn, 1960s, Denmark
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Finn Juhl FD 112 Lounge Chair, Rosewood, Cado, France & Søn, 1960s, Denmark. Gorgeous rosewood base. maker's label underside: "Cado Made in Denmark 7416...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Textile, Rosewood
Bratislava Lounge Chairs by Jindrich Volak for Drevopodnik Holesov - 2 Available
Located in Chicago, IL
The iconic armchair named “Bratislava” as it was originally produced for the airport in Bratislava city. Designed by Jindrich Volak, this armchair was produced by Drevopodnik Holesov...
Category
1960s Czech Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Plywood, Fabric, Upholstery
Mats Theselius IKEA PS Collection Nätön
Located in Farsta, SE
Mats Theselius is arguably one of Swedens most influensal designers of his generation.
And this was his first collaboration with IKEA PS Collection, Nätön.
Mats Theselius rattan an...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Uno Åhrén and Björn Trägårdh (Attr.) Wing Back Chair in Green Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Attributed to Uno Åhrén and Björn Trägårdh for Svenskt Tenn, easy chair, fabric, stained wood, Sweden, 1930s.
This lounge chair of Swedish origin ...
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1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
1950s, Danish lounge chair, red cotton/wool fabric, beech wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1950s, Danish lounge chair. Reupholstered about 20 years ago by craftsman in Denmark. Very good condition: no smells and no stains. Red cotton/wool fabric, beech wood legs, brass spr...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wool, Cotton, Beech
Pair of Arne Dahlén Lounge Chairs in Green Bouclé and Teak, Sweden, 1960s
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare pair of lounge chairs was designed by Arne Dahlén in the early 1960s. The model was called 'Eva' and was manufactured by his company, Dahléns Company in the Swedish town Dalum. The company was solely devoted to the production of chairs.
The soft geometric angles give this chair a modern and sculptural appearance. The hexagonal shape of the seat shell makes this an interesting design from all angles.. The four tapered legs are in veneered teakwood, with brass feet. The legs marked at the top with the original manufacturer's label. The chairs have been reconditioned and newly upholstered in a moss green bouclé Manuel Canovas fabric...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass
Elegant Pair of Lounge Chairs, Upholstered in Deep Brown Pure Alpaca
Located in London, GB
An elegant pair of modern lounge chairs. Handmade beech frames, sprung seat and newly upholstered in a premium, soft, pure alpaca wool fabric. Fast shipping worldwide.
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2010s British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Alpaca, Beech, Oak
David Blomberg designed Swedish Art Deco pair of elm lounge chairs
Located in New York, NY
A fine pair of Swedish art deco elm wood lounge chairs detail with strips of mahogany veneer, designed by David Blomberg and made by Nordiska Kompaniet in Stockholm, circa 1930.. Thi...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
Ib Kofod-Larsen Rosewood Samso Chairs, c1950s
Located in London, GB
Ib Kofod-Larsen - Pair of Samso Lounge Chairs, circa 1958.
Rarely seen lounge chairs produced by Olof Perssons Fatoljindustri (OPE), Jonkoping, Sweden. T...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Arne Norell 'Ari' Lounge Chair with Ottoman in Patinated Black Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Norell for Norell Møbel AB, 'Ari' lounge chair and ottoman, patinated black leather, chrome-plated steel, Denmark, 1966
The lounge chair and accompanying ottoman, known as the ...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Very rare Swedish Modern lounge chair by Gustav Axel Berg, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Scandinavian Modern lounge chair designed by Gustav Axel Berg and produced by his own firm AB G.A. Bergs, Sweden, in the 1940s.
Legs of beech and upholstered in honey colored sheep...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Sheepskin, Beech
'Stora Kraal' Lounge Chair in Woven Cane by Kerstin Hörlin Holmquist, Sweden
Located in Stockholm, SE
A design classic lounge chair model “stora Kraal” designed by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmqvist. Manufactured by Nordiska Kompaniet (NK), in Nyköping,
Sweden during the 1950s (Design ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Rud Thygensen lounge chairs of leather, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Rud Thygesen lounge chair with legs of rosewood.
Original duvet cushions with black light patinated leather.
Made by Thams.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Set of 2 vintage "SERIE 8000" armchairs by Jorgen Kastholm for Kusch & Co, 1970s
Located in Kiel, SH
Pair of leather armchairs with aluminium base designed by Jorgen Kastholm for company Kusch and co.
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Three Seat Sofa 'U' Frame Arms and Back with Tapered Slats in Style of Ohlsson
Located in Antwerp, BE
This beautiful Swedish sofa in the style of Ohlssen with 'U'-shaped frame continuous in the armrests, a modern style with slats from the 1960s, gives a very special accent to the Mid...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Carl-Axel Acking for Nk Hantverk Lounge Chairs in Mahogany and Wool
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Carl-Axel Acking for Nordiska Kompaniet Hantverk, lounge chairs, mahogany, fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Beautiful set of chairs with an important provenance. These chairs are designed and ...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany
Set of 3 Hans Wegner GE-290 Easychairs 1950s
Located in Handewitt, DE
GE-290 easychairs by Hans J. Wegner for Getama Denmark 1950s. Made in solid oak. Original cushions and fabric in different colors.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Oak
Mid Century Yellow Folding Lounge Armchair, Model Rex, Design by Niko Kralj, 60s
Located in Lucija, SI
The "REX" Chair is a Scandinavian design, inspired wooden chair design that is included in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art MOMA in New York City and was designed by Slovene architect and designer Niko Kralj (1920-2013) in 1952.
In 2012, it was given a permanent place in Designmuseum, Denmark, the largest museum of design in Scandinavia. It became a cult object for design lovers around the globe with its calm contemporary elegance and a feeling of floating.
It is the most internationally notable Slovenian design...
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1960s Slovenian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Beech, Plywood
Yrjö Kukkapuro for Haimi Finland Pair of 'Saturnus' Armchairs in Leather
By Haimi, Yrjö Kukkapuro
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Yrjö Kukkapuro for Haimi, pair of 'Saturnus' lounge chair, leather, fiberglass, Finland, 1960s
Stunning easy chairs in cognac brown leather and fiberglass by Finnish designer Yrjö K...
Category
1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Fiberglass
Alvar Aalto Model 400 "Tank" Chairs in Swans Island Company Blankets, Pair
By Alvar Aalto
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
A beautiful pair of one of a kind Tank armchairs, masterfully restored in handwoven blankets from Swans Island Company, the Maine based textile and blanket workshop.
The Armchair 40...
Category
20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Birch
Mid Century Red Folding Lounge Armchair, Model Rex, Design by Niko Kralj, 60s
Located in Lucija, SI
The "REX" Chair is a Scandinavian design, inspired wooden chair design that is included in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art MOMA in New York City and was designed by Slovene architect and designer Niko Kralj (1920-2013) in 1952.
In 2012, it was given a permanent place in Designmuseum, Denmark, the largest museum of design in Scandinavia. It became a cult object for design lovers around the globe with its calm contemporary elegance and a feeling of floating.
It is the most internationally notable Slovenian design...
Category
1970s Slovenian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood, Beech, Plywood
Elias Svedberg Lounge Chairs, 1939
By Elias Svedberg, Sparreholms Snickerifabrik
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The 1930s set the stage for the evolution of design principles that would eventually culminate in the mid-century modern movement, emphasizing functionality, simplicity, and a depart...
Category
1930s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Wood
Pr. Ari Lounge Chairs with Ottomans by Arne Norell Made in Sweden c. 1960's
Located in New York, NY
Fantastic pair of Ari lounge chairs with ottomans, in nicely patinated brown leather upholstery. Designed by Arne Norell, for Norell Mobel AB, Made in Aneby Sweden 1960's. These vogu...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Børge Mogensen Spanish Chair set in Naturel Leather and Oak for Fredericia
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Iconic set of Spanish chairs by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik, Denmark, 1958. Solid soaped oak frame with natural saddle leather all...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Pair of Arne Norell Easy Chairs Model Sirocco, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Excellent pair of safari chairs model Sirocco in good condition with new seat cushions.
Designed by Arne Norell, produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden, 1970s.
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass
Teak Danish Lounge Chair
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak mid-century lounge chair, circa 1960's. Robust curved arms with beautiful, smooth joinery. Cushions are not original.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Teak
Arne Norell 'Ari' Easy Chair in Brown Leather, Sweden, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Ari chair designed in 1966, by Arne Norell. Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden, 1970s. Excellent original condition with small signs of usage and patina.
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
Scandinavian Modern Bent Walnut Lounge Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Classic, Scandinavian modern, lounge chair features a walnut frame with slat back and sculpted armrests and bentwood arms at 20.5 inches height. The cushions are newly upholstered in...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Scandinavian Modern lounge chairs for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Scandinavian Modern lounge 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 lounge chairs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, tables, decorative objects and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Scandinavian Modern lounge 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 lounge chairs, popular names associated with this style include Hans J. Wegner, Fritz Hansen, Børge Mogensen, 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 lounge chairs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $473 and tops out at $107,244 while the average work can sell for $5,453.
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You know the designs, now get the stories about how they came to be.
Design Icon Ilse Crawford on Her Colorful New Hans Wegner Chairs
If anyone is brave, humble and adept enough to recolor these mid-century masterpieces, it’s Ilse Crawford. Here, she gives us the details on her five earthy paint choices and tells us how she feels about design collaborations.
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Widdicomb Chairs Pair
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Low Slung Chair
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Yellow Danish Chair
Danish Mid Century Hans Olsen
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Chrome Ottoman X
Vintage Custom Vans
Pair Scarpa Chairs
Floating Walnut Frame