Scandinavian Modern Seating
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
Set of 8 Grete Jalk oak & teak dining chairs, 6 side, 2 carvers
By Grete Jalk, Sibast
Located in London, GB
An incredibly rare set of 8 dining chairs by Grete Jalk.
Model 32-42 designed by Grete Jalk in 1962 and produced by the fine furniture maker Sibast. This striking Scandinavian Moder...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Oak, Teak
Fritz Hansen by Arne Jacobsen Orange Leather Series 7 Dining Chairs, Set of 4
Located in London, GB
Originally designed by Arne Jacobsen in 1955, the Series 7 Dining chair has been made by Fritz Hansen ever since. A true design icon, the Series...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Plywood
Danish Kai Kristiansen for Aksel Kjersgaard Teak Hallway Bench With Two Drawers
Located in London, GB
Danish designer Aksel Kjersgaard founded his eponymous furniture manufacturing company in 1952. Revered by mid-century furniture lovers for its straightforward approach to design of ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Teak
Set of 6 Dining Chairs by Johannes Andersen for Uldum Mobelfabrik, Denmark, 1960
Located in Ranst, VAN
Set of 6 vintage dining chairs designed by Johannes Andersen for Uldum Møbelfabrik in Denmark during the 1960s. Made of teak wood with nice rosewood accents. They have their original...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Teak
5 seat sofa "MINERVA" by Peter Hvidt and Olga Molgaard Nielsen in petrol bouclé
Located in The Hague, NL
Scandinavian sit-group "Minerva" by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Nielsen, Denmark. Teak frame with newly upholstered petrol bouclé seat and back. This vintage pieces of furniture can...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Bouclé, Teak
Buffalo Leather 'Safari' Armchairs in the Style of Arne Norell
Located in Budapest, HU
This stylish pair of Safari armchairs from the 1970s exudes timeless charm with its combination of buffalo leather and sturdy beech wood. The leather was recently cleaned, but still ...
Category
1970s European Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Beech
Eight Folke Ohlsson for Dux Curved Back Walnut Danish Dining Chairs
Located in Oakland, CA
Set of eight mid-century Danish dining chairs designed by Folke Ohlsson (1919-2002) for Dux, 1965, Denmark. The chairs are crafted with dramatic walnut curved backrests and walnut st...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Walnut
Niels Møller model 71 dining chairs in teak Denmark 1951
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Exceptionally large set of 12 Model 71 chairs designed by Niels Otto Møller and manufactured by J.L. Møller Møbelfabrik in Denmark in 1951. These chairs are not only beautiful but al...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Swedish Lounge Chair 1940-50s
Located in Farsta, SE
Swedish Lounge Chair
Made in 1940-50s
Beautiful shape and character,
similar to the clam chair made by Arnold Madsen
Height: 82 cm
Width: 57 cm
Depth: 50 cm
Seat Height: 39 cm
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Pine
Josef Frank easy chair 891 for Firma Svenskt Tenn, Sweden
Located in Forserum, SE
Easy chair 891 designed by Josef Frank for Firma Svenskt Tenn in 1937. Made from solid mahogany, reupholstered in a striking zebra-striped textile. The Austrian architect Josef Frank...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Textile, Mahogany
Primitive Swedish Stool 1880-1920c
Located in Farsta, SE
Primitive Swedish Stool 1880-1920c
Beautiful pearl grey patina.
Wear consistent with age and use.
Made out of pine and birch wood.
Height: 4...
Category
Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Pine
Alvar Aalto Pair of Artek Cantilever Armchairs Model 401, 1950s
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful pair of mid-century Alvar Aalto cantilever 'spring' chairs model 401. This chair is similar to the iconic one known as Pikkupaimio (small paimio) but with a higher back a...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Set of 4 'Oxford' Swivel Chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1965
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
Nice set of 4 ‘Oxford’ swivel chairs designed by Arne Jacobsen in 1965 for the professors of St-Catherine’s college in Oxford. These examples are...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Eight Restored Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Dining Chairs Custom Upholstery Included
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of eight fully restored, 1960s rosewood dining chairs by Kai Kristiansen for Schous Møbelfabrik with custom upholstery.
The chairs have Kai Kristiansens typical light and elegan...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Rosewood
Danish A Frame Dining Chairs
Located in Oakland, CA
Solid walnut curved back dining chairs newly upholstered in an olive green wool fabric. Sturdy, dark walnut frames fully restored in a ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Wool, Walnut
1930s, set of 6 scandinavian chairs, original good condition.
Located in Tarm, 82
1930s, set of 6 chairs in original good condition: no smells and no stains. Leather and oak wood. Original cool leather and wood patina. Manufactured by scandinavian furniture maker ...
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
Oak and Cane Weave Dining Chairs by Carl Malmsten, Swedish Modern, 1950s
Located in Hägersten, SE
Dining chairs model "Jöns" designed by Carl Malmsten. Produced in Sweden by O. H. Sjögren during the 1950s. Very light but sturdy frame of solid oak with woven cane seats. The seats have been repaired and the new cane strands have been colored to blend in with the original weave. Very good vintage condition with light age related patina.
Carl Malmsten, an iconic figure in the realm of Swedish furniture design, has left an indelible mark on the world of interior aesthetics. Renowned for his exquisite creations, Malmsten's legacy continues to resonate as his designs have become cherished modern classics.
Among his notable works are the famed cane chair "Lilla Åland...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Cane, Oak
1950s Danish Rosewood Dining Chairs in Manner of Jacob Kjaer
Located in Oakland, CA
Set of 6 dining chairs in manner of Jacob Kjaer, crafted of rosewood with minimal slatted backs, upholstered in the original saddle leather.
The chairs are in good original conditio...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
H.W. Klein for Bramin Leather Swivel Lounge Chairs, Denmark 1970s
Located in Almelo, NL
H.W. Klein for Bramin leather Swivel lounge chairs, Denmark 1970s
This vintage leather swivel lounge chair, designed by H.W. Klein for Bramin in Denmark during the 1970s, is a beaut...
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
Kai Kristiansen Twelve Restored Teak Dining Chairs Including Custom Reupholstery
Located in Knebel, DK
Kai Kristiansen set of twelve fully restored teak dining chairs by Schou Andersens Møbel Fabrik.
The A-frame model 31 dining chairs were designed by Kai Kristiansen in 1956 for Schou-Andersens Møbelfabrik and the A-frame chair is one of the most well-known chairs designed by Kai Kristiansen - a true Classic with its modest appearence but advanced design with curved backrest, crooked angles, straight yet at the same time curved and bended lines... and on top of that as all of Kai Kristiansens chairs very comfortable in use.
The chairs have been checked, restored and reglued if needed, sanded and refinished by our cabinetmaker to insure that they are in very good condition with only minimal signs of age and use and and will be reupholstered in fabric from a wide list of "Kvadrat" / Romo fabrics of your choice or a list of standard leathers from "Sorensen Leather" / "Camo Leater".
Kai Kristiansen who is still alive was born in 1929 and raised in Thy, North Denmark. Originally a carpenter, Kristiansen was educated as a building architect at the Royal Academi of Arts in Copenhagen and graduated from here in 1954. His father was the propritetor of at furniture production company, so his interest in furniture was founded early.
Kristiansen was one of the last pupils of the famous architect Kaare Klint who died in 1959 and is considered the founder of modern Danish design. During the years 1958-1978 Kristiansen worked in his business in Aarhus owned jointly by himself and designer and cabinetmaker Illum Wikkelsø (1919-1999).
Kristiansens works met their most intense demand during a few decades from 1950, then production of them was discontinued. However, several of the are now being produced again by the Japanese furniture producer Miyazaki Chair Mill in Tokushima. An Australien producer has also included Kristiansen production in their portfolio. Kai Kristiansen might have been the originator of mass produced furniture, had he accepted an offer from Ikea-founder Ingvar Kamprad. He declined to let himself enroll in the Ikea staff.
Kristiansen exhibitions include numerous participations in furniture and design shows in Milano, Paris, Cologne and London. Among his most cherished works is the Paper Knife collection...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Teak
Arne Hovmand-Olsen, Attributed, Three-Seat Sofa and Lounge Chair
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Hovmand-Olsen. Set of dining chairs in mahogany.
New weaved seats in papercord.
Made by Mogens Kold.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Papercord, Mahogany
Set of Four Teak CH-29 Sawbuck Chairs by Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Munich, DE
Original, elegant and minimalistic set of four danish modern CH-29 Sawbuck dining chairs. Designed by Hans J. Wagner in 1951 for Carl Hansen & Søn, Denmark. Manufactured probably in ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Josef Frank Bench in Mahogany and Brass Nails, Svenskt Tenn, Sweden
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Josef Frank & SCANDINAVIAN MODERN
A beautiful bench by Josef Frank, for Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1960s.
The frame is made of mahogany, upholstered seat with brass nails. The feet are elegantly sculpted and the bench can also be used as a table, end of bed stool...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany
Set of 6 Danish Midcentury Dining Chairs in Teak and Black Leather
By Erik Buch
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Set of six very stylish and traditional Danish midcentury dining chairs in the style of Erik Buch. Nice slim silhouette and beautiful in their simple yet refined lines. Made in the 1...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Teak
Pair 1960's Green Linen 'Läckö' Lounge Chairs By Ingemar Thillmark For OPE
By Ingemar Thillmark, OPE
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Beautiful pair lounge chairs" Model Läckö" designed by Ingemar Thillmark and manufactured by OPE Möbler in Sweden.
Both upholstered with the original deep padded green linen fabric w...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Linen, Beech
Arne Jacobsen “Grand Prix” Chairs for Fritz Hansen, Denmark 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
The “Grand Prix” chair is a model with graphic edge. It was introduced at the Designers’ Spring Exhibition at the Danish Museum of Art & Design in 1957. Later that year, the chair wa...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
1960s Niels Otto Møller Twelve Restored Teak Dining Chairs, Custom Upholstery
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of 12 teak dining chairs designed by Niels Otto Møller in 1951.
The chairs feature a solid frame and backrest in teak designed with straight lined legs and an elegant organic sh...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Teak
1960s, Pair of Safari Chairs by Hans Olsen for Viska Möbler in Kinna, Sweden
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Beautiful pair of safari chairs designed by Hans Olsen for Viska Möbler in Kinna, Sweden.
These chairs are made of oak with a new canvas upholstery.
They are in a wonderful conditi...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Canvas, Oak
Leif Hansen "Model 62" Sofa for Kronen Møbelfabrikken, Denmark, 1960s
By Kronen, Leif Hansen
Located in Utrecht, NL
Leif Hansen’s Model 62 sofa is commonly referred to as the “Geisha” and was designed in 1959. This model is a strikingly elegant example of Danish modernism’s streamlined, luxurious aesthetic appeal to contemporary eyes.
This three-seater sofa is made of two types of exotic woods and dressed in a premium light fabric. Its character is created by three main elements: the visually sectioned, fully upholstered body, the wooden accents on the arms, and the distinctively shaped legs. It says a lot when a model is representative not only of a designer, but also of a manufactory. So is the case with this Geisha sofa...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
4 Neils O Moller Scandinavian Modern Model 71 Teak Dining Chairs by J.L. Mollers
Located in Topeka, KS
Awesome Neils O Moeller Scandinavian Modern Model 71 teak dining chairs by J.L. Mollers Mobelfabrik set of 4. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that these are vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear. We have repaired damaged rope in the seats and reglued all of the joints. New cord has a slightly lighter color but should age. Please see photos and zoom in for details. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, Mid-20th Century.
WOW!!!! We have an INCREDIBLE set of four Neils O. Moller Scandinavian Modern Model #71 teak dining chairs by J.L. Mollers Mobelfabrik to offer to you!!! They are comprised of four straight tapered legs with the front two stopping at the seat top and the back two continuing up as the back-support posts. The back is a simple bowed band of teak between the two posts. The seats are comprised of a beautiful natural colored basket weave paper cord. When viewed from the side, they have kind of a swoop dimension… They’re FABULOUS!! The smooth clean lines of these Scandinavian Modern dining chairs will beautifully blend with many interior design styles from Danish Modern to modern country or a mountain rustic house, and from mid-century modern to industrial or a home with a western flair. Whether at a dining table, breakfast nook, or game table, this set of four dining chairs will be incredible around whatever table you choose; however, you may want to consider our listings for matching Scandinavian Modern dining tables just in case!!
In 1944, Neils Otto Møller founded J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik in Denmark, a company that has received many awards, including the Danish Furniture Prize in 1974 and 1981. He designed with no compromise and a work ethic that would take him years to complete. His work ethic is why the Møller collection is relatively small for a company that’s been around for more than 70 years, but that’s what makes Møller so special. Their designs are clean, simple, and timeless. In the 1960s, Niels’ sons Jørgen Henrik Moller...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Papercord, Teak
Illum Wikkelsø Scandinavian Modern Leather 'Capella' Sofa
Located in Kramfors, SE
Scandinavian Modern Capella sofa by Illum Wikkelsø for N.Eilersen. The sofa is from the second half of the 20th century and fits the Scandinavian modern s...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Rosewood, Leather
Vintage J.L. Moller 78s Chairs, Set of 12
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Beautiful set of 12 moller chairs, model 78 with new black danish cord. These chairs have been refinished and reoiled. There are some scratches and gouges in parts of the wood that give the excellent vintage patina while having the benefits of being completely refinished. The model 78 is in my opinion the best niels moller design and highly collectable.
This set of teak JL Moller Model...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Papercord, Teak
Vintage Danish Teak Dining Chairs by Kjærnulf for Vejle Møbelfabrik, 1960s
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage danish teak dining chairs by Kjærnulf for Vejle Møbelfabrik 1960s
Set of four dining chairs in teak designed by Danish architect Henning/Hen...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Teak
1940s Swedish Curved Sheepskin Sofa
Located in London, GB
Sweeping curved sofa designed and produced in the early 1940s. The legs are refinished stained elm wood and the sofa has been reupholstered in Skandilock 'Moonlight' sheepskin.
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Elm
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 Seating
Materials
Wood, Teak
1950's Set of Six Fully Restored Danish Alfred Christensen Teak Dining Chairs
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of six 1950s Danish boomerang dining chairs in teak by Alfred Christensen for Slagelse Møbelfabrik.
The comfortable chairs feature a simple but elegant boomerang shaped frame in...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Teak
Set of Six Restored Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Dining Chairs - Custom Upholstery
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of six fully restored, 1960s rosewood dining chairs by Kai Kristiansen for Schous Møbelfabrik.
The chairs have Kai Kristiansens typical light and elegant design that make them fit in easily where you want them in your home - a design that was so uniqe that his colleague the famous designer Hans J. Wegner characterized model 42 as beautiful from all angles when the chair with it´s unique backrest swivel function was revealed in 1956.
The chairs are in very good condition as they have been fully restored, sanded by hand and refinished by our experienced workshop to insure that they are in very good condition with only minimal signs of age and use and will be reupholstered without additional cost in fabric of your choice from "Kvadrat" / standard leathers from "Sorensen Leather" or for additional price luxury leathers (Elegance, Vegetal, Rustic, Pure and Royal Nubuck).
Kai Kristiansen was one of the last pupils of the famous architect Kaare Klint who founded modern Danish design and laid the foundation for the "Danish Modern" style. During the years 1958-78 Kristiansen worked in his business in Aarhus owned jointly by himself and furniture maker Illum Wikkelsø (1919-99).
Kristiansens works met their most intense demand during a few decades from 1950, then production of them was discontinued. However, several of them are now being produced again by the Japanese furniture producer Miyazaki Chair...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Rosewood
Kurt Østervig Dining Chairs Produced by Bramin
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare set of 10 dining chairs designed by Kurt Østervig. Produced by Bramin in Denmark.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Ikea Produced Storvik Rattan Cane Wicker Lounge Chair by Carl Öjerstam, 2000's
By IKEA, Carl Öjerstam
Located in Antwerp, BE
Ikea Produced Storvik Rattan Cane Wicker Lounge Chair by Carl Öjerstam;
Scandinavian modern rattan lounge chair designed by Carl Öjerstam for Ikea. This...
Category
Early 2000s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Wicker, Rattan
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 Seating
Materials
Leather, Teak
Arne Norell Ari Easy Chairs in Cognac Brown Leather, Sweden, 1960s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
A great pair of Ari chairs designed in 1966, by Arne Norell. Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden, 1960s. Excellent original condition with signs of usage and patina.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
Kai Kristiansen Ten Fully Restored Teak Dining Chairs Custom Upholstery Included
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of ten fully restored, 1960s teak dining chairs by Kai Kristiansen for Schous Møbelfabrik.
The chairs have Kai Kristiansens typical light and elegant design that make them fit i...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Teak
Six Erik Buch Refinished Dining Chairs in Solid Teak, Custom Upholstery
Located in Knebel, DK
Six Erik Buch Refinished dining chairs in solid teak, custom upholstery
The chairs feature a solid teak frame and are as all of Erik Buchs chairs characterized by high-quality mat...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Teak
Niels Otto Møller Four Fully Restored Rosewood Dining Chairs - Custom Upholstery
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of four fully restored model 71 rosewood dining chairs designed by Niels Otto Møller in 1951.
The chairs feature a solid frame and backrest in rosewood designed with straight li...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Rosewood
Set of Eight Poul Volther Refinished Dining Chairs in Oak, Inc. Reupholstery
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of 8 dining chairs in oak designed by Poul Volther for FDB Møbler in 1954.
The chairs have been overlooked and refinished by our cabinetmaker to insure that they are in very goo...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Oak
Set of Four '4' Model 422 Spindle-Back Dining Chairs by Arne Vodder for Sibast
By Arne Vodder
Located in Deland, FL
Equal parts comfort and beauty this set of Model 422 dining chairs, designed by the renowned Arne Vodder in the mid 60's, is a superb example of Danish minimalist design. Constructed...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Teak
Erik Buch Set of Eight Refinished Rosewood Dining Chairs Inc, Re-Upholstery
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of eight fully restored and refinished dining chairs in rosewood with floating seats designed by Erik Buch for Oddense Maskinsnedkeri, 1960s
The chairs have a simple appealing ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Rosewood
Cappio Dining Chair in Chinaberry Wood Finish with Black Fabric, set of 2
Located in Miami, FL
The Cappio chair highlights our beautiful chinaberry wood finish combined with a stunning black fabric, this chair features a unique buckle design on the back of the seat. Our team a...
Category
2010s Brazilian Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Wood
Set of Four Mid Century Danish Modern Poul Volther Teak Dining Chairs
By Poul Volther
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Newly upholstered seats with teak wood frames. Beautiful chairs in excellent vintage condition, very tight and comfy too. Sculpted backs and well supported.
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Set Six Teak Finn Juhl Chairs Model 197 Scandinavian
Located in Lyon, FR
Set of six dining chairs designed by Finn Juhl
Chairs are marked with the France & Son's metal medallion as well as gilt stamped.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Set of 4 Oak Dining Room Chairs Attributed to Bovenkamp, The Netherlands, 1960s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A nice set of oak dining chairs with new green upholstery.
We think it is a design by the Dutch midcentury furniture manufacturer Bovenkamp, since the oak frame and the shape of ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Set of Four Danish Johannes Andersen Dining Chairs in Teak, Inc. Reupholstery
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of four Danish Johannes Andersen dining chairs in teak by Chr. Linnebergs Møbelfabrik
The comfortable organic designed chairs features car...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Teak
Fabricius Kastholm FK711 Office Chairs Walter Knoll, Germany, 1971
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Large set of 8 office chairs model FK711 designed by Preben Fabricius and Jorgen Kastholm and manufactured by Walter Knoll, Germany 1971. These ...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Stainless Steel
Set of Six Oak Dining Chairs by Niels O. Moller for J.L.Moller
Located in Vienna, AT
Dining chairs in oak by Niels O. Møller for J.L. Moller. The model 85 chair is one of Moller's stoutest designs in their large variety of chair designs, perfect constructed chairs wi...
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1980s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
Set of Four "Rungstedlund" Dining Room Chairs, Ole Wanscher and P. Jeppesen
Located in Lejre, DK
The set of four "Rungstedlund" dining room chairs, designed by Ole Wanscher and manufactured by P. Jeppesen in the 1960s, is a splendid and iconic collection of dining chairs.
Ole W...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Fabricius and Kastholm FK86 for Kill International Leather Swivel Lounge Chairs
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Gorgeous and elegant pair of FK-86 lounge chairs in olive green leather by Preben Fabricius and Jørgen Kastholm for Kill International, Denmark / Germany – 1968.
These chairs stil...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Chrome
Set of Four Teak Eye Chairs by Ejvind A. Johansson for Ivan Gern Møbelfabrik
By Ivan Gern Møbelfabrik, Ejvind A. Johansson
Located in Dorchester, MA
These fantastic teak dining chairs, designed by Ejvind A Johansson as model 84 for Ivan Gern Møbelfabrik, exemplify Danish craftsmanship in the joiner...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
1940s Curved Sofa
Located in Stockholm, SE
Large 1940s sofa, in a generous, curved design. Round, chunky wooden legs, bouclé fabric upholstery. Very elegant design, high quality and comfort.
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Bouclé, Wood
Scandinavian Modern seating for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Scandinavian Modern seating 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 seating created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, animal skin and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Scandinavian Modern seating 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 seating, 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 seating differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $395 and tops out at $106,195 while the average work can sell for $3,735.
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