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
Re-Edition Sheepskin Clam Chairs by Arnold Madsen
Located in London, England
Official Re-Edition of the iconic Clam Chair by Arnold Madsen.
Dagmar in collaboration with the estate of Arnold Madsen is proud to re-launch the Clam Chair - one of the most cheris...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Wool, Bouclé, Beech, Oak, Walnut
Danish Wingback Chair in Red Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Easy chair, fabric, beech, Denmark, 1950s
This archetypical wingback chair of the 1950s is both extremely comfortable and pleasing to the eyes. The armchair is upholstered in a fine...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Re-Edition Sheepskin Clam Chairs by Arnold Madsen
Located in London, England
Official Re-Edition of the iconic Clam Chair by Arnold Madsen.
Dagmar in collaboration with the estate of Arnold Madsen is proud to re-launch the Clam Chair ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Wool, Bouclé, Beech, Oak, Walnut
Poul Kjærholm for E. Kold Christensen Pair of 'PK20' Lounge Chairs in Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Poul Kjærholm for E. Kold Christensen, pair of lounge chairs model 'PK20', leather, chrome-plated steel, Denmark, 1968
A highly modern design that embraces clear lines and curvaceous shapes. A cantilever chair is all about ease and comfort as it provides the characteristic bending function, and together with the high backrest and head cushion, a pleasant seating experience is guaranteed. Kjærholm used chrome-plated steel for the base and black leather for the seating, materials that fit within the modernistic aesthetics of this chair.
Poul Kjærholm (1929-1980) was a Danish designer and cabinetmaker. He had a particular interest in different construction materials; especially steel which he considered a natural material with the same artistic fineness as other natural materials. Poul Kjaerholm was employed at Fritz Hansen for about a year, where he designed a number of noteworthy chair prototypes. In 1955 Poul Kjærholm initiated his collaboration with manufacturer Ejvind Kold Christensen, which lasted until Poul Kjærholm's death in 1980. In 1982, Fritz Hansen took over the production and sales of "The Kjærholm Collection", developed from 1951 to 1967, designs, which are logical to the minute detail with an aura of exclusivity. In 2007 Fritz Hansen added two new pieces to the Kjærholm Collection. Pieces that were never in production before, the PK8...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Custom Made Model 54 Sheepskin Lounge Chair
Located in London, GB
Dagmar Design
Model 54 lounge chair
A custom made lounge chair developed and hand-made at our workshops in London using the highest quality ma...
Category
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech
Re-Edition Sheepskin Clam Chairs by Arnold Madsen
Located in London, England
Official Re-Edition of the iconic Clam Chair by Arnold Madsen.
Dagmar in collaboration with the estate of Arnold Madsen is proud to re-lau...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Wool, Bouclé, Beech, Oak, Walnut
Erik Wørts Safari Lounge Chair in Off-White Canvas
By Erik Wørts
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Erik Wørts for Niels Eilsersen, safari chair, stained beech, canvas, Denmark, 1960s
This sturdy lounge chair with refined details is designed by Danish designer Erik Wørts. The safari easy chair has a sincere and harmonious expression due to the canvas seat combined with a warm-toned wooden frame. As characteristic for these type of chairs...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Canvas, Beech
Custom Made Mohair Lounge Chair & Ottoman by Dagmar
Located in London, GB
Dagmar - 54 Chair & Luupo Ottoman
The 54 Lounge Chair effortlessly straddles traditional and contemporary aesthetics, making it a great fit for a wide range of interiors. Developed ...
Category
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech, Mohair, Oak, Walnut
Yngve Ekström 'Arka' Armchair in Oak
By Stolab, Yngve Ekström
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Yngve Ekström for Stolab, 'Arka' armchair, oak, Sweden, 1955
This armchair is a prime example of Scandinavian Mid-Century design ideology. This spindle back chair is known for its comfort and durability with a very elegant look from every point of view. A well-preserved chair that is clear in its execution where all possible decorative conceits are left out.
Yngve Ekström (1913-1988) was a Swedish furniture designer, wood carver and architect. Ekström was one of the pioneers of what we nowadays call modern Scandinavian furniture...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Oak
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen Safari Chair in Brown Canvas and Ash
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen, safari chair model 'KK47000', ash, canvas, metal, brass, leather, Denmark, designed in 1933 and produced in 1960s.
The chair shows very elegant and w...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal, Brass
Axel Larsson for Svenska Möbelfabrikerna Lounge Chair in Leather and Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Axel Larsson for Svenska Möbelfabrikeren Bodafors, lounge chair model 1207/5-119, leather, teak, Sweden, 1950s.
Beautiful high back lounge chair designed by Axel Larsson. The frame ...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Re-Edition Sheepskin Clam Chair by Arnold Madsen
Located in London, England
Official Re-Edition of the iconic Clam Chair by Arnold Madsen.
Dagmar in collaboration with the estate of Arnold Madsen is proud to re-launch the Clam Chair - one of the most cheris...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Wool, Bouclé, Beech, Oak, Walnut
Ole Wanscher Rosewood Colonial Chair 1949
Located in London, GB
Ole Wanscher - PJ-149 colonial chair, 1949.
Ole Wanscher's Colonial chair is the arguably the high-point of his long and distinguished career. This example was produced in exquisite, highly-figured rosewood with woven rattan cane seat. The chair comes with the original patinated black leather, feather filled cushions. It was produced by cabinetmaker Poul Jeppesen in Denmark c1950s.
Wanscher brought together influences from French, British and American colonial furniture...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Jouko Järvisalo for Inno 'Mondi Soft' Armchair in Beige Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jouko Järvisalo for Inno Interior OY, armchair model 'Mondi Soft', chrome-plated metal, fabric, lacquered wood, Finland, design 1986
Finnish interior...
Category
1980s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Danish Lounge Chair in Red Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Schiller Polstermøbler, lounge chair, fabric, beech, brass, Denmark, circa. 1950
This well-designed armchair was presented at the Manufacturers' Association's Furniture Fair in Fre...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass
Re-Edition Sheepskin Clam Chair by Arnold Madsen
Located in London, England
Official Re-Edition of the iconic Clam Chair by Arnold Madsen.
Dagmar in collaboration with the estate of Arnold Madsen is proud to re-launch the Clam Chair - one of the most cheris...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Wool, Bouclé, Beech, Oak, Walnut
Ole Wanscher 1958 Princess Rosewood Armchair
Located in London, GB
Ole Wanscher - Princess Armchair, 1958
The Model J2883 designed by master-designer Ole Wanscher in 1958, acquired its nickname thanks to a Danish princess...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Ole Wanscher Lounge Chair in Mahogany
By Ole Wanscher
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ole Wanscher, chair, model 'PJ 112' mahogany, pink patterned fabric, Denmark, 1950s.
This delicate Danish chair is designed by Ole Wanscher. The frame shows elegant lines, especiall...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Mahogany, Fabric
Swedish Lounge Chair in Blue Floral Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Easy chair, fabric, wood, Sweden, 1960s
This armchair has all the flair and vitality of a typical Swedish mid-century furniture piece. This particular design invites you to spend more time on it due to its imposing, high backrest which is slightly tilted and the presence of a head cushion...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Re-Edition Sheepskin Clam Chair by Arnold Madsen
Located in London, England
Official re-edition of the iconic clam chair by Arnold Madsen.
Dagmar in collaboration with the estate of Arnold Madsen is proud to re-launch the Clam Chair - one of the most cheris...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Walnut, Oak, Beech, Bouclé, Wool
Custom Made Sheepskin Lounge Chair
Located in London, England
Jens Houmøller Klemmensen - 1939 Armchair
This armchair is a variant of the model first presented at the 1936 Cabinetmakers’ Guild Exhibit...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Oak, Sheepskin, Beech
Custom Made Sheepskin Wing Chair
Located in London, GB
Dagmar Design Sampo wing chair
A custom-made wing chair developed & produced at our workshops in London using the highest quality materials. The frame is built from solid beech wood...
Category
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech
Poul Kjærholm Pair of 'PK31-1' Lounge Chairs in Original Black Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Poul Kjærholm for E. Kold Christensen, pair of 'PK 31-1' lounge chairs, leather, chrome-plated steel, Denmark, 1958.
The design features Poul Kjaerholm’s ability to work with exquisite materials and minimalism. The shapes are modest, yet elegant. The chairs still contain the original leather and original stuffing. The seats rest on chrome-plated steel frames, as Kjaerholm extensively used steel frames in his designs rather than the traditional wood.
Poul Kjærholm (1929-1980) was a Danish designer and cabinetmaker. He had a particular interest in different construction materials; especially steel which he considered a natural material with the same artistic fineness as other natural materials. Poul Kjaerholm was employed at Fritz Hansen for about a year, where he designed a number of noteworthy chair prototypes. In 1955 Poul Kjærholm initiated his collaboration with manufacturer Ejvind Kold Christensen, which lasted until Poul Kjærholm's death in 1980. In 1982, Fritz Hansen took over the production and sales of "The Kjærholm Collection", developed from 1951 to 1967, designs, which are logical to the minute detail with an aura of exclusivity. In 2007 Fritz Hansen added two new pieces to the Kjærholm Collection. Pieces that were never in production before, the PK8...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Jouko Järvisalo for Inno 'Mondi Soft' Armchairs in Beige Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jouko Järvisalo for Inno Interior OY, armchairs model 'Mondi Soft', chrome-plated metal, fabric, lacquered wood, Finland, design 1986
Finnish inter...
Category
1980s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Hunting Chair in Oak and Woolen Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Børge Mogensen for Fredericia, hunting chair, model AG 240-11, oak, teak, metal, wool, Denmark, 1954.
Rare hunting chair designed by one of Denmark's masters of mid-century design; Børge Mogensen. This distinctive design has a very strong appearance. The sincere construction and woolen upholstery in grey, gives the chair a character of its own. Due to the great proportions and the sloping...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Jouko Järvisalo for Inno 'Mondi Soft' Armchairs in Beige Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jouko Järvisalo for Inno Interior OY, armchairs model 'Mondi Soft', chrome-plated metal, fabric, lacquered wood, Finland, design 1986.
Finnish interio...
Category
1980s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen Safari Chairs in Brown Canvas and Ash
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen, pair of safari chairs model 'KK47000', ash, canvas, metal, brass, leather, Denmark, designed in 1933 and produced in 1960s.
The chair shows very eleg...
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal, Brass
1930s Swedish Easy Chair in Olive Green Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Easy chair, fabric, beech, metal, Sweden, circa 1930
This lounge chair is based on a solid construction featuring delicate lines and shapes. The back has a grand look due to the elo...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Hans Wegner FH-4283 Rosewood China Chair, C1960s
Located in London, GB
Hans J. Wegner
FH 4283 China chair, 1944.
Produced by Fritz Hansen in Denmark this version in exquisite Brazilian rosewood is an incredibly rare version of this iconic design made in very limited quantities in the 1960s. The chair retains its original, patinated black leather seat cushion.
The China chair was designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1944 and marked a significant departure for producer Fritz Hansen as the only solid wood chair in their collection. Wegner found inspiration for this timeless Classic in antique Chinese armchairs...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Re-Edition Boucle Clam Chair by Arnold Madsen
Located in London, England
Official re-edition of the iconic clam chair by Arnold Madsen.
Dagmar in collaboration with the estate of Arnold Madsen is proud to re-launch the Clam Chai...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Walnut, Oak, Beech, Bouclé, Wool
Custom Made Model 54 Boucle Lounge Chairs
Located in London, GB
Dagmar design Model 54 lounge chair
A pair of custom made lounge chairs developed and produced at our workshops in London using the highest quality materials...
Category
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Walnut
Danish Lounge Chair in Yellow Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Easy chair, stained beech, fabric, Denmark, 1950s
This easy chair with its soft edges, tufted buttons, and sturdy shapes is typical for design of the fifties. The imposing, wide bac...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Danish Lounge Chair in Dark Stained Teak and Olive Green Velvet Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lounge chair, dark stained teak, velvet fabric, Denmark, 1960s
This classic lounge chair of Danish origin features modest and subtle lines and shapes that emphasize the clear constr...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Teak
Danish Lounge Chair in Oak and Patinated Red Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lounge chair, oak, leather, Denmark, 1950s
Lounge chair with visual references to Børge Morgensen’s designs. The slightly tilted backrest is joined by very low armrests which frame ...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Danish Pair of Lounge Chairs in Black Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of easy chairs, leather, stained beech, Denmark, 1970s
These lounge chairs embody the essence of Danish design. They are comfortable, expertly crafted, and boast a simple aesth...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
Re-Edition Sheepskin Clam Chairs by Arnold Madsen
Located in London, England
Official Re-Edition of the iconic Clam Chair by Arnold Madsen.
Dagmar in collaboration with the estate of Arnold Madsen is proud to re-launch the Clam Chair - one of the most cheris...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Wool, Bouclé, Beech, Oak, Walnut
Pair of Jens Houmoller Klemmensen 1930s Sheepskin Lounge Chairs
Located in London, England
Jens Houmoller Klemmensen
1939 Lounge Chair
This armchair is a variant of the model first presented at the 1936 Cabinetmakers’ Guild Ex...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Fabric, Beech, Oak, Walnut
Scandinavian Round Wicker Chair with Metal Base in Rotan
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Side chair, rotan, lacquered metal, Scandinavia, 1960s
A circular frame positioned at a diagonal angle forms the foundation of this design. The seat and backrest are set around this...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Magnus Stephensen Armchair with Seaweed Seat
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Magnus Stephensen for Cabinet maker Clausen, armchair, beech, woven seaweed, leather, Denmark, circa. 1933
This armchair is designed by Danish architect Magnus Læssøe Stephensen (...
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
Illum Wikkelsø Pair of Lounge Chairs
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Illum Wikkelsø, pair of lounge chairs, fabric upholstery, wood, Denmark, 1950s
Lovely and comfortable pair of lounge chairs by Danish designer Illum Wikkelsø. The shape of the chair...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Frits Henningsen Lounge Chair with Ottoman in Original Burgundy Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Frits Henningsen, wingback chair and ottoman, leather, wood, Denmark, 1940s.
Refined and timeless, the classical wingback chair by Frits Henningsen embodies elegance and comfort. Cr...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Re-Edition Boucle Clam Chairs by Arnold Madsen
Located in London, England
Official Re-Edition of the iconic Clam Chair by Arnold Madsen.
Dagmar in collaboration with the estate of Arnold Madsen is proud to re-launch the Clam C...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Wool, Bouclé, Beech, Oak, Walnut
Scandinavian Club Chair in Patinated Cognac Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lounge chair, leather, wood, Scandinavia, 1940s.
Grand Scandinavian club chair in patinated cognac leather made by an unknown cabinetmaker...
Category
1940s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
Erik Ole Jørgensen for Bovirke Easy Chair in Suede
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Erik Jørgensen, lounge chair model BO361, chromed metal, suede, wool, rope, brass, Denmark, design 1953
This design by Erik Jørgensen epitomizes a splendid con...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal, Brass, Chrome
Illum Wikkelsø Lounge Chair ‘ML91’ in Soft Green Velour Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Illum Wikkelsø A. Mikael Laursen, lounge chair model ML91, original fabric, wood, Denmark, 1950s
Comfortable lounge chair by Danish designer Illum Wikkelsø. Currently upholstered in...
Category
1950s European Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Danish ‘Safari’ Lounge Chair in Solid Ash and Cognac Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lounge chair, leather, ash, brass, Denmark, 1960s
This Danish 'Safari' armchair shows very elegant and well-designed lines, in combination with carefully crafted wood joints. The p...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass
Danish Armchair in Black Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Armchair, leather, stained wood, Denmark, 1960s.
This elegant armchair hails from Denmark, crafted in the 1960s. Upholstered in supple black leather and accented with stained wood,...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Folke Ohlsson for Fritz Hansen Lounge Chair in Black Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Folke Ohlsson for Fritz Hansen, lounge chair model ‘4410’, leather, beech, Denmark, design 1957
This high quality lounge chair is characterized by a stylish timeless design based on...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Beech, Leather
Chresten Findahl Brodersen Lounge Chair with Sculpted Armrests in Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Chresten Findahl Brodersen, lounge chair, teak, fabric upholstery, Denmark, 1950s
Danish lounge chair in green upholstery. Wonderful details are the sculpted armrests in teak wood. ...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Carl Malmsten for O. H. Sjögren Lounge Chairs Model ‘Farmor’
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Carl Malmsten for O. H. Sjögren, lounge chairs model ‘Farmor’, fabric wood, Sweden, design 1956
Swedish furniture designer Carl Malmsten cooperated in the 1950s with small Swedish c...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Paul Leidersdorff for Cado 'Caravelle' Pair of Lounge Chairs in Red Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Paul Leidersdorff for Cado, 'Caravelle' pair of lounge chairs, leather, aluminum and wood, Denmark, 1960s
Modern set of two armchairs. The slipper chairs hold L-shaped seatings and ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Illum Wikkelsø Lounge Chair in Green Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Illum Wikkelsø, lounge chair, fabric upholstery, teak Denmark, 1950s
Comfortable lounge chair by Danish designer Illum Wikkelsø. The shape of the chair is characterized by the high ...
Category
1950s European Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Illum Wikkelsø Lounge Chair in Blue Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Illum Wikkelsø, lounge chair, fabric, teak, Denmark, 1950s
Comfortable lounge chair by Danish designer Illum Wikkelsø. The shape of the chair is characterized by the high backrest t...
Category
1950s European Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Danish Wingback Lounge Chair
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Easy chair, red fabric, beech, Denmark, 1950s
This lovely and comfortable Danish chair feature small wings and a curved armrest. Thanks to the voluptuous armrests, the chair gets a ...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Scandinavian Wingback Lounge Chair in Grey Upholstery and Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lounge chair, new upholstery in Kvadrat fabric designed by Paul Smith, teak, Scandinavia, 1950s
Comfortable Scandinavian lounge chair with a wingback and sculptural armrests. With t...
Category
1950s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Danish Customizable Lounge Chair by H.W. Klein
By H.W. Klein
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Henry Walter Klein for Bramin, lounge chair, black leatherette, wood, Denmark, 1960s.
Robust and comfortable lounge chair by the Danish designer H.W. Klein. The slightly curved shap...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Wood
Scandinavian Pair of Lounge Chairs in Deep Blue Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of club chairs, leather, chrome-plated steel, Scandinavia, 1970s.
This pair of easy chairs show a very sleek, elegant design. The color of the deep blue leather, which is still...
Category
1970s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome, Steel
Comfortable Danish Lounge Chair in Bright Fabric Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lounge chair, wood, fabric, Denmark, 1940s
Bulky Danish lounge chair with floral upholstery. The chair has low armrests and a backrest with two wings that frame the seat. Especially...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
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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