Scandinavian Modern Tray Tables
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
Ilmari Tapiovaara Trolley, Keravanpuutehdas Oy 1940s
Located in Helsinki, FI
A rare and elegant wooden trolley in birch, designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara and manufactured by Keravanpuutehdas Oy in Finland in the 1940s. The trolley has sustained great original co...
Category
1940s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Tray Tables
Materials
Birch
Danecastle Teak "Scooter" Adjustable Tray Table
By Danecastle
Located in Highland, IN
We consider this terrific Läsbord adjustable tray table by Danecastle a "scooter" table or reading table because it's ingenious design allows it to scoot up under an easy chair, sofa...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Tray Tables
Materials
Steel
Acton Bjørn Extremely Rare Tray Table in Teak and Brass
By Acton Bjørn
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Acton Bjørn, tray table or serving table, teak, brass, leather, Denmark, 1930s
This unique tray table has a splendid construction consisting of a tray that is attached to the base w...
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Tray Tables
Materials
Brass
Early teak tray table by S.A. Willumsen & H. Engholm for Fritz Hansen
Located in Klintehamn, SE
Early folding tray table designed by S.A. Willumsen & H. Engholm in 1958. Produced by Fritz Hansen during the 1950-60s. Folding base made from solid teak and metal hinges. Tray made ...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Tray Tables
Materials
Teak
Ole Wanscher Fully Restored Rungstedlund Mahogany Multifunctional Side Table
Located in Knebel, DK
1960s Ole Wanscher restored mulitfunctional Rungstedlund mahogany side table.
The sidetable consist of a adjustable tabletop that can be turned to the side changing the table form a...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Tray Tables
Materials
Mahogany
Kaare Klint for Rud, Rasmussens Snedkekier Folding Stool with Tray Table
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Kaare Klint for Rud. Rasmussens Snedkekier, folding stool with tray table, model '8783', ash, linen, Denmark, design 1930, manufactured 1964
This propeller stool in ash with linen ...
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Tray Tables
Materials
Canvas, Ash
Danish Teak Tray Table by Engholm and Willumsen for Fritz Hansen, 1960s
Located in Miami, FL
Original Danish Modern Svend Willumsen and Hans Engholm for Fritz Hansen model 4508 round sculpted teak side table. Featuring a removable circular tray top. The tray can be used on a...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Tray Tables
Materials
Teak
2021 Carl Hansen CH417 Flip-Top Tray Table by Hans Wegner in Oak
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a listing for one CH417 Tray Table, made with a dark/natural reversible wood and top and stainless steel legs. The table, designed by Hans Wegner and produced by Carl Hansen ...
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Tray Tables
Materials
Stainless Steel
Antti Hakkarainen, 1930s´Wrought Iron Serving Table, Taidetakomo Hakkarainen
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
The wrought iron tray-table by Antti Hakkarainen made by Taidetakomo Hakkarainen is a beautiful piece of furniture. The tray part with beautiful ceramic tiles can be removed and used...
Category
Early 20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Tray Tables
Materials
Metal, Iron
2021 Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen CH417 Flip-Top Tray Table 62cm Top 3x Available
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a listing for three (sold individually) CH417 Tray Tables, made with a black/white reversible wood and laminate top and stainless steel legs. The tables, designed by Hans Weg...
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Tray Tables
Materials
Stainless Steel
Serving Tray in Teak by Jens Quistgaard, 1950's
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Serving Tray in Teak by Jens Quistgaard, 1950's
Additional Information:
Material: Teak
Style: Scandinavian, Mid century
Produced by Dansk in Denmark
Dimensions: (W x D x H): 68 x 32...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Tray Tables
Materials
Teak
Pair of Round Teak Tray Tables Attributed to Jens Harald Quistgaard
Located in Madrid, ES
Pair of round teak side tables with reversible top that can be used alone as a fruit bowl or as a table when the other flat side is up. Danish design attributed to Jens Harald Quistg...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Tray Tables
Materials
Teak
1950s Danish Side Table in Teak and Black Metal
Located in Knebel, DK
Small Danish side table - tray table in teak and black metal from the 1950 - 1960´s.
The table feature every thing you need for a small break with a small teak table top for a cup of coffee or a drink and perhaps a piece of cake, a hammered lacquered brass ash tray...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Tray Tables
Materials
Metal
Jens Quistgaard, Teak Tray, Dansk Designs, 1950s
By Dansk, Jens Quistgaard
Located in Uppsala, SE
Teak tray designed by Jens Harald Quistgaard for Dansk Designs during the 1950s. Two handles at the sides. Stamped by maker on the underside. Good untouched vintage condition with li...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Tray Tables
Materials
Teak
Midcentury Brass & Glass Bar Cart, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful bar cart from the 1960s in brass and removable trays in glass.
Very good condition.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Tray Tables
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Fritz Hansen Tray Table
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Doylestown, PA
Wonderful mid-century teak tray table by Fritz Hansen, 1960's. The rounded square table is removable and sits on a folding base. The tabletop edge...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Tray Tables
Materials
Teak
Poul Hundevad Bar Cart Trolley
Located in Kastrup, DK
Poul Hundevad design.
Rosewood rolling cart featuring two tray tiers which can be removed and rearranged into a larger serving top.
Designed by Poul Hund...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Tray Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Perspective 1000x1000 Coffee Table Black
By Lyon Beton
Located in VILLEFRANCHE-SUR-SAÔNE, FR
A coffee table with a sober design enhanced by a 100% concrete top that gives it a unique personality. This version with a square top of 100 x 100cm is suitable for a relatively larg...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Scandinavian Modern Tray Tables
Materials
Concrete, Steel
Perspective 1300x700 Coffee Table Black
By Lyon Beton
Located in VILLEFRANCHE-SUR-SAÔNE, FR
A coffee table with a sober design enhanced by a 100% concrete top that gives it a unique personality. This rectangular version is suitable for a narrow living room.
As its name sug...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Scandinavian Modern Tray Tables
Materials
Concrete, Steel
Tray Table, Made in Denmark, 1950s
Located in Lejre, DK
Tray table in beech. Designed and made in Denmark in the 1950s. Great original condition.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Tray Tables
Materials
Beech
1960s Danish UFO Side Table Catch All Aluminum + Rosewood Fruit Bowl Vintage
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Interesting design, very good condition. Minimal wear to the bowl, but has a few scratches, and it is missing one of the four rubber nubs, but you only two to line up the bowl into t...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Tray Tables
Materials
Aluminum
Christian Koban Bed Tray
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Christian Koban bed tray from the 70's.
Category
1970s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Tray Tables
Materials
Teak
Swedish Tray Table in Stained Birch Manufactured 13/3 1929 by Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in Örebro, SE
This is the Swedish 1930s tray table from NK, Nordiska Kompaniet.
It comes in a deep dark brown stained birch color, and a beautiful patina of age and use.
This particular table i...
Category
1920s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Tray Tables
Materials
Birch
Aulis Leinonen and Tapio Wirkkala Trolley, Asko
By Asko, Tapio Wirkkala
Located in Helsinki, FI
A rare and elegant wooden trolley in lacquered beech and rhythmic birch, manufactured by Asko in Finland for only two years from 1950-1951. The design is a team effort between the world renowned Tapio Wirkkala and Aulis Leinonen...
Category
1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Tray Tables
Materials
Beech, Birch, Lacquer
Trolley Produced by Dyrlund
By Dyrlund
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare trolley by unknown designer. Produced by Dyrlund in Denmark.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Tray Tables
Materials
Formica, Rosewood
Mid-Century Modern Round Walnut Spider Leg and Bronze Moroccan Tray Coffee Table
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Mid-Century Modern walnut spider leg round coffee table with a Moroccan bronze scalloped design tray.
The base folds up for easy storage and t...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Tray Tables
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Jens Quistgaard for Dansk Teak Serving Tray
Located in Denton, TX
Solid teak footed bentwood tray. Large early Stamp Jens Quistgaard for Dansk Staved teak serving tray.
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Tray Tables
Materials
Teak
Extensible Dining Table 100% in Solid Wood, Sleek Design by Eric Gizard, Paris
By Éric Gizard
Located in Landivy, FR
Rectangular dining table designed by Eric Gizard - Paris, France. This table is part of the ÉGÉE collection, that combines the sleek and refined codes of Scandinavian design with nat...
Category
2010s French Scandinavian Modern Tray Tables
Materials
Ash
H. Engholm & Svend Åge Willumsen Tray Table of Teak, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
H. Engholm & Svend Åge Willumsen tray table with a plate of teak.
Base in original black painted wood. Can be folded together.
Made by Fritz Hansen.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Tray Tables
Materials
Teak
Teak Tray Table by H Engholm and Svend Aage Willumsen for Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Denton, TX
Danish modern round bentwood teak tray with a folding ebonized base for easy transport. Imported by Raymor.
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Tray Tables
Materials
Metal
Tray Produced in Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Large organic ceramic tray by unknown designer. Produced in Sweden.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Tray Tables
Materials
Ceramic
Eric Chambert Tray Table by AB Chamberts Möbelfabrik in Norrköping, Sweden
By Eric Chambert
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare tray table designed by Eric Chambert. Produced by AB Chamberts Möbelfabrik in Norrköping, Sweden.
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Tray Tables
Materials
Birch
Pair of Midcentury Side Tables in Rosewood Designed by Aksel Kjærsgaard, 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Pair of side tables rosewood. Designed by Aksel Kjærsgaard in 1960s, Denmark. Great original condition.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Tray Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Tray Table by Svend Langkilde
Located in San Francisco, CA
A Butler's tray table, of rosewood on runner legs. Detachable top with flip-down sides. Accents and hinges in brass. Manufactured for Illums Bolighus.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Tray Tables
Materials
Brass
Pair of Midcentury Side Tables in Rosewood Designed by Aksel Kjærsgaard, 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Pair of side tables rosewood. Designed by Aksel Kjærsgaard in 1960s, Denmark. Great original condition.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Tray Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Frode Holm Trolley Produced by Illums Bolighus in Denmark
By Frode Holm
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare trolley designed by Frode Holm. Produced by Illums Bolighus in Denmark.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Tray Tables
Materials
Brass
Nils Trautner Tripod Teak Table with Astrid Sampe Apple Pattern Tray
By Nils Trautner, Ary Sweden 1
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Nils trautner tripod teak table bases, matched with a Swedish made tray multicolored apple pattern designed by astrid sampe.
Measures: Dia 17 3/8...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Tray Tables
Materials
Teak, Plywood
1950s Danish JH-586 The Fruit Bowl by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
The very rare, original, JH-586 'The Fruit Bowl' (side table) is a nicely proportioned lathe turned teak shallow bowl that rests on an architectural three legged Stand of chromed ste...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Tray Tables
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Danish Modern Tray Table in Oak by Hans Bølling
Located in Lejre, DK
Tray table in patinated oak, foldable base and reversible black / red serving trays. Designed by Hans Bølling for Torben Ørskov. Great original condition.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Tray Tables
Materials
Formica, Oak
Mid-Century Modern Teak Rolling Bar Cart with Secret Compartment
Located in New York, NY
Crafted of solid teak, with original castors in good working condition, the upper tray is removable for serving, while the fixed lower shelf is designed to hold bottles, decanters an...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Tray Tables
Materials
Teak
Elegant Swedish Grace Serving Table, Swedish Modern, 1940s
Located in Lejre, DK
Trolley with in walnut and glass shelves. Designed and made Sweden. Great original condition.
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Tray Tables
Materials
Glass, Walnut
Midcentury Bar Cart in Rosewood Designed by Grethe Jalk, 1950s
Located in Lejre, DK
Trolley in rosewood and Formica, designed by Maa. Grethe Jalk and made by P. Jeppesen. Great original condition.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Tray Tables
Materials
Teak
PP586 The Fruit Bowl by Hans J. Wegner for PP Møbler in Ash
Located in Sagaponack, NY
PP586 'The Fruit Bowl' (side table) is a nicely proportioned lathe turned ash shallow bowl that rests on an architectural three legged stand of chromed steel, d...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Tray Tables
Materials
Ash
Peter Hvidt Side / Tray Table Model No 1775 by Fritz Hansen in Denmark
By Peter Hvidt
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare side / tray table model no 1775 designed by Peter Hvidt. Produced by Fritz Hansen in Denmark.
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Tray Tables
Materials
Walnut
1960s Danish Butlers Tray by Svend Langekilde for Langkilde Mobler
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A finely crafted tray table in rich rosewood with a removable tray top. Brass hinged edges flip up to convert to handles.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Tray Tables
Materials
Brass
1960s Danish Modern Tray Table by Jens Quistgaard for Richard Nissen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A Scandinavian Modern tray table by Jens Quistgaard in solid teak. The table is finely crafted and has a removable and reversible lathe-turned top that is concave on one side and fla...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Tray Tables
Materials
Teak
Pair of Hermann Bongard for Plus Conform Tray Tables in Beech and Blue, 1961
Located in San Francisco, CA
A delightful pair of 1961 Norwegian Conform tray tables by Hermann Bongard for Plus in very rare beech with solid blue Catherineholm enameled steel tops.
Designed in 1961 by notable...
Category
1960s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Tray Tables
Materials
Chrome, Steel
Scandinavian Modern tray tables for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Scandinavian Modern tray tables 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 tray tables created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include tables, decorative objects and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, hardwood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Scandinavian Modern tray tables 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 tray tables, popular names associated with this style include Jens Quistgaard, Fritz Hansen, Hans J. Wegner, and Svend Langkilde. 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 tray tables differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $416 and tops out at $24,000 while the average work can sell for $2,201.
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