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
Pair of Type Chairs in Aluminum, by Jonas Trampedach for Hay
By Jonas Trampedach, HAY
Located in Dubai, AE
Designed by Danish designer Jonas Trampedach, Type Chair’s name and aesthetics are derived from the perception of an archetypal chair.
Type’s distinctively shaped back gives it a un...
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Ole Wanscher chair for Fritz Hansen 1940's Mahogany. Decorative and comfortable
Located in Forest, BE
Fauteuil décoratif en acajou réalisé par Fritz Hansen et vendu par illums bolighus un grand magasin réputé. Il porte la plaque de l'enseigne au dessous du siège. Il a été complètemen...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Mahogany
'Hippo' Lounge Chair by Norr11, Light Smoked Oak, Barnum Bouclé, White
Located in Paris, FR
HIPPO lounge chair
Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11.
Model shown on the picture:
Wood: Light Smoked Oak
Fabric: Barnum...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Wool, Oak
'Hippo' Lounge Chair by Norr11, Light Smoked Oak, Barnum Bouclé col.03
Located in Paris, FR
HIPPO Lounge Chair
Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11.
Model shown on the picture:
Wood: Light Smoked Oak
Fabric: Barnum Bouclé 03
Wood types available: ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Wool, Oak
'Hippo' Chair by Norr11, Dark Smoked Oak, Spectrum Leather, Mineral
Located in Paris, FR
Hippo chair
Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11.
Model shown on the picture:
Wood: dark smoked oak
Fabric: Spectrum / Noir Leather Mineral 30160
Wood type...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
Razorblade Armchair in Oak by Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Oakland, CA
A striking profile in solid Danish white oak, this is a less common version of Henry (Henning) Kjærnulf’s now iconic “Razorblade” Chair. Perfect compliment to a writing desk or occas...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
Hans Brattrud rare lounge chair of steel and Rosewood, Norway 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans Brattrud lounge chair with bended frame of rosewood. Polished steel base.
Made by Hove Møbler, very rare edition, usually comes in smaller and higher versions.
Category
1960s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Poul Volther, J60 Oak chair, FDB, Denmark, 1950s
Located in Uppsala, SE
Oak chair designed by Poul Volther in 1955 for Danish manufacturer FDB. Later light grey fabric on the seat. This chair is a very good representation of the high end 1950s Danish- an...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Oak
6 Teak Model 89 Dining Chairs by Erik Buch
By Erik Buch
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak Danish dining chairs by Erik Buch, circa 1960's. Beautifully curved backrests and generous seat design provide support and comfort. Solid frames with crossbars that add stabilit...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Teak
Tulip Lounge Chair by Preben Fabricius & Jørgen Kastholm for Walter Knoll FK6727
Located in Berlin, DE
FK6727 Tulip Lounge Chair by Preben Fabricius & Jørgen Kastholm for Walter Knoll, 1990s
An iconic armchair designed by renowned Danish designers Preben Fabricius and Jørgen Kastholm...
Category
20th Century Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
Iris Armchair by Bob & Dries Van Den Berghe for Tranekær, 1970s
Located in Ranst, VAN
Vintage Danish armchair known as the 'Iris' model, designed by Bob & Dries van den Berghe for Tranekær in Denmark. Crafted from teak wood, it features a dark brown leather seat. This...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Teak
Scandinavian Modern Ekornes Recliner with Ottoman
Located in Freehold, NJ
This Scandinavian Modern lounge chair & ottoman set by Ekornes features beige leather upholstery, bentwood base with swivel function, reclining seat back, and matching ottoman.
Dime...
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
Danish Modern Penguin Rocking Chair By Ib Kofod-Larsen
By Selig, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Renowned Danish designer, Ib Kofod-Larsen’s Penguin Rocking Chair – a true testament to Scandinavian craftsmanship – features a sculptural bentwo...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
OTI lounge chair, Niels Gammelgaard, IKEA, Sweden, 1986
Located in La Tour-de-Peilz, CH
Less is more! But is much less much better!?
That's pretty much what IKEA's favorite designer asked himself in 1986.
Coming to shake up the codes upon his arrival, he will definiti...
Category
1980s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Preben Fabricius & Jørgen Kastholm, Lounge Chair, Model FK 86
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Preben Fabricius & Jørgen Kastholm tulip lounge chair in red brown leather
Frame of brushed steel.
Made by Walter Knoll.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Stainless Steel
Little Petra & Pouf in Sahara Sheepskin & Walnut by Viggo Boesen for & Tradition
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Dubai, AE
Initially introduced back in 1938, Little Petra won instant praise at the Copenhagen Cabinetmakers Guild Exhibition, subsequently winning awards at exhibits in New York and Berlin. It’s one of just a few designs by architect Viggo Boesen, who became associated with Denmark’s signature design aesthetic in the 1930s called funkis style.
Little Petra is surprisingly petite, able to fit into all kinds of spaces, interiors and environments. Low to the ground, open and embracing, it embodies the essence of a lounge chair, allowing for all kinds of seating positions in any cosy setting imaginable.
For the Pouf, it's soft and nurturing, an ideal companion. With sheepskin and rounded legs in oiled walnut, it lends an organic warmth to any interior. Pair with the Little Petra for an elegant lounge seating arrangement.
Material:
sheep skin 17 mm sahara, oiled walnut
Dimensions:
Little Petra VB1 lounge chair...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Mid-Century Danish Modern 3-seats sofa with cognac leather cushions
Located in TOLLEBEEK, NL
This elegant sofa has an architectural slat back stained wood frame fitted with loose cognac leather cushions. Nice woodworking details that are also present in the designs of Kaare ...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
Safari Chair by Kaare Klint for Rud, Rasmussen
Located in Oakland, CA
Iconic original safari chair by professor Kaare Klint. Designed 1927. This version dates to the 1960s and is executed in solid stained ash. Nice patina to the wood, and left unrestor...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Ash, Canvas, Leather
Scandinavian design curved sofa, 1940’s Sweden
Located in TOLLEBEEK, NL
This beautiful curved mid-century sofa from 1940’s is upholstered in blue wool fabric and has a solid varnished maple legs.
Condition
Very Good.
Dimen...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wool, Upholstery
Custom Made Round Sheepskin Ottoman with Oak Ball Feet
Located in London, GB
Custom-made ottoman developed & produced at our workshops in London using the highest quality materials. This example is upholstered in a Honey coloured sheepskin and features oiled oak ball feet...
Category
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Oak
Kaare Klint Armchair Model 3758a in Leather and Mahogany Rud Rasmussen Denmark
Located in WIJCKEL, NL
Armchair model 3758 A in original red indian leather and mahogany base. Model designed in 1927 for the Danish Museum of Decorative Art, produced by Rud Rasmussen in the 1940’s. Signed with manufacturer’s label to underside: (Rud. Rasmussens Snedkerier).
Kaare Klint is widely recognized as the father of Danish modern design. It is hard to overstate his influence. He developed an entirely new analytical approach to furniture design that his students at the Danish Academy of Art would emulate for years to come, yet was also inspired by historic designs from various cultures, modernizing and re-interpreting classic pieces for new generations.
Literature: Kaare Klint, Harkær, pg. 28-30. Dansk Møbelkunst Gennem 40 Aar: 1927-1936, Jalk, pg. 169. Danish Chairs, Oda, pg. 22-23.
Kaare Klint (1888-1954) is regarded as the founding father of Danish Modernim. As an architect, furniture designer and leading professor at the Department of Furniture Design at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts, Copenhagen, Klint established the principles of modern Danish furniture by combining a profound appreciation of traditional construction techniques with a modernist emphasis on function and a rejection of ornaments.
Klint’s design was always based on relentless research; he never compromised. Every piece had to fulfill its purpose, be completely clear in its construction with dimensions and proportions corresponding to the human body and display materials and craftsmanship of the highest quality. Logic, often using a mathematical system of measures, and a constructive way of thinking were the foundation of Klint’s philosophy of furniture design. Like many of his contemporaries, counting Le Corbusier and Walter Gropius, he advocated standardization and functional requirements and dismissed the use of all ornamentation. But Klint realized his vision in wood and leather, using traditional craftsmen and working methods and often finding inspiration in historical models. In this way, he charted the course for an alternative Nordic Functionalism that idealized the workshop and the collaboration between furniture architects and cabinetmakers as opposed to the factory.
Kaare Klint’s first major work was a collaboration with his mentor, the architect Carl Petersen. In 1914 they were commissioned to design furniture and fixtures for Faaborg Art Museum. One of the highlights to emerge from this commission was the Faaborg chair, a light and elegant chair with clear references to classical furniture. The construction and proportions of an 18th century English Chippendale...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
1930's Fritz Hansen Danish Lounge Chairs in New Mohair
Located in Oakland, CA
1930s Scandinavian lounge chairs by Frits Hansen, Odense, Denmark. Handcrafted with solid wood frames featuring eight-way hand-tied copper springs, horsehair, and cotton padding. New...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Mohair
Pair Danish Modern Leather Armchairs by Borge Mogensen
Located in New York, NY
Lovely pair of 1970s Danish Modern Armchairs, designed by prolific furniture maker and designer Borge Mogensen. The chairs were built with a sturdy beech wood frame and upholstered i...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Beech
Pair of 1950s Danish Modern Channeled Club Chairs by Møbler
Located in New York, NY
Lovely pair of mid-century Danish modern club channel back club chairs, with signed plaques by Thomsen & Duus for prolific furniture manufacturer Møbler. The chairs were built with b...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Mohair, Beech
Vintage scandinavian pine wood dining chairs, 1960s by GM Mobler
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Elegant pine wood dining chairs with armrests and papercord seats by GM mobler.
These sturdy chairs have an simple yet attractive design.
1960s - Denmark
Good condition
Dimension...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Papercord, Pine
Set of 4 Vintage Danish Mid Century Modern Erik Buch Dining Chairs
Located in Gardiner, NY
Set of 4 authentic vintage mid century Danish / Scandinavian Modern dining chairs.
Designed by Erik Buch for Anderstrup Møbelfabrik.
This set is in excellent refurbished condition ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Wood
Erik Buch Restored and Refinished Danish Teak Dining Chairs with Black Leather
Located in Knebel, DK
Six Erik Buch dining chairs made by Oddense Maskinsnedkeri.
The chairs feature a solid teak frame and are as all of Erik Buchs chairs characterized by high-quality materials, solid ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Teak
Soho Contemporary Cane-Back Chair in Walnut Finish and Oatmeal Fabric
Located in Miami, FL
The Uultis design team has created the Soho curved cane with a cane curved back with a walnut wood finish for all those people that are looking for an...
Category
2010s Brazilian Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Walnut, Leather, Fabric, Cane
Custom Made Karu Sheepskin Lounge Chairs
Located in London, GB
Dagmar design
Karu lounge chair
A pair of custom made lounge chairs developed and produced at our workshops in London using the highest quality...
Category
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Oak
6 Mid-Century Rosewood Dining Chairs
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Rosewood and leather dining chairs, circa 1960's. Beautifully curved high back backrests and generous seat design provide support and comfort.
Unrestored item with option to purcha...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Set of 6 Dining Danish Modern Mid Century Chairs with 2 Armchairs in Teak Knoll
Located in San Diego, CA
beautiful elegant set of 6 Danish modern solid teak dining chairs circa 1960's, the chairs have been professionally restored and recover with Knoll felt fabric , these chairs are sol...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Teak, Fabric
Pair of Custom Made Danish Modern Style Sheepskin Armchairs
Located in London, GB
A pair of custom-made armchairs based on the Danish Modern styles of the 1940-50s.
These high-end productions are handmade to order at our workshops in England. The chair legs are available in oiled walnut...
Category
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech
Mid Century Danish Arne Vodder Model 418 Rosewood Armchair For Sibast
By Arne Vodder
Located in Shepperton, Surrey
Very graceful and beautifully detailed desk chair designed by Arne Vodder in the 1960s. Vodder’s association with Finn Juhl is often evident when evaluating his work. The lovely rais...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Rosewood
Set of 6 Dining chairs by EMC Møbler, Teak and Paper Cord
Located in Ranst, VAN
Set of six vintage dining chairs manufactured EMC Møbler, Denmark 1960s. These chairs have a teak frame and a new papercord seating. In very good condition and marked by the producer...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Papercord, Teak
Dagmar Design Custom Made Sheepskin Ottoman
Located in London, GB
A custom made sheepskin ottoman on hardwood base with stained beech legs. The foam body is covered in premium, tufted Australian shearling.
This item is made to order in our Lond...
Category
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech
1965 Danish Arne Jacobsen Saint Catherines Desk in Oak by Fritz Hansen
Located in Knebel, DK
Danish Arne Jacobsen Saint Catherines Desk in Oak by Fritz Hansen
The desks are marked with a Fritz Hansen label from July 1965 and have...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Oak
Pair of Niels O. Møller Model 77 in Teak, 1960s Denmark
Located in Balen, BE
Pair of teak dining chairs by Niels Otto Møller, model 77 produced by JL Møller Møbelfabrik in the 1960s. Beautiful wood grain.
Very good vintage condition, only slight signs of use ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Papercord, Teak
Rare Blue Chair by Nanna Ditzel for Domus Danica, Denmark, 1969
Located in Haderslev, DK
Playful, Space Age and super rare collectors piece by Nanna Ditzel for OD Møbler / Domus Danica 1969.
Light high glossy blue fibre glass designed chair for use indoor or outdoor.
...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fiberglass
Tor Wolfenstein, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A green fabric and dark-stained wood sofa designed by Tor Wolfenstein and produced by Ditzingers, Sweden, c. 1940s.
Vintage fabric ideally replaced.
Seat height 15”.
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Fur Bean Bag Chair Cover taupe or Stone - Merino Sheepskin
Located in Dural, AU
After a long day at work, there is no better way to relax than submerging into the oozing comfort of our fur bean bag chair cover.
Handcrafted in Austr...
Category
2010s Australian Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin
Sgabello vintage
Located in Brescia, IT
Poggiapiedi vintage anni ‘60. ...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Lounge Chair by Esko Pajamies for Asko, Finland, 1970s
By Esko Pajamies, Asko
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Lounge chair by Esko Pajamies for Asko, made in Finland in the 1970s. New upholstered with walnut aniline leather. Frame of rosewood.
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Lambskin arm chair no 1748, Peter Hvidt & Orla Mölgaard Nielsen for Fritz Hansen
Located in Klintehamn, SE
Lounge chair newly upholstered with white sheepskin. Model 1748 designed in the 1950s by Danish super duo Peter Hvidt and Orla Mölgaard Nielsen for Fritz Hansen.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Lambskin
Set of 6 'Model 31' Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen for Schou Andersen, 1960s
Located in Ranst, VAN
Very nice set of six 'Model 31' chairs designed by Kai Kristiansen for Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Denmark. This set has been reupholstered with black leatherette upholstery.
Dimens...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Faux Leather, Teak
”Skrindan” armchairs by Kerstin Hörlin Holmquist for OPE furniture Sweden
Located in Klintehamn, SE
A set of 2 Skrindan chairs with new emerald green velvet cushions.
For the armchair Skrindan (eng. The wagon) from 1963, Hörlin Holmquist took inspiration from the iconic Gripsholms...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Beech
Nordiska Kompaniet, Armchair, Oak, Velvet, Sweden, 1920s
Located in High Point, NC
An oak and brown velvet armchair, model Gillberga, produced by Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, 1920s.
Seat height 19”.
Category
1920s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Velvet, Oak
Mid Century Ole Wanscher Model PJ112 Rosewood Lounge Chair For Poul Jeppesen
By Ole Wanscher
Located in Shepperton, Surrey
Elegant lounge chair crafted from solid Brazilian Rosewood, designed by professor Ole Wanscher in the mid 50’s for Poul Jeppesen.
The design references classical forms while adherin...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Rosewood
Arne Jacobsen, teak swivel desk chair "T-chair", model 3113, Fritz Hansen, 1963
Located in Uppsala, SE
The height adjustable and swivel T-chair, or model 3103, was designed by Arne Jacobsen back in 1957 and was developed in collaboration with the danish doctor and professor Eigill Sno...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Swedish Designer, Sofa, Fabric, Birch, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A red fabric and birch sofa designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s.
Seat height 16.5”.
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Birch
'Läckö' Easy Chair by Ingemar Thillmark, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Easy chair model 'Läckö' designed by Ingemar Thillmark.
Produced by OPE, Sweden, 1960s.
Good vintage condition, with small signs of usage.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Beech
Fritz Hansen Pair of Easy Chairs, Model 1669
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Pair of Fritz Hansen easy chairs, model 1669, circa 1930s. Sculptural chairs re-upholstered in wool, legs of stained beech. All reupholstery work carried out with filling in organic ...
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech
Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Daybed Sofa Settee Donghia Velvet Fabric
Located in West Hartford, CT
This stunning mid-century modern sofa settee is a true Danish gem. Crafted from high-quality teak wood, the settee features a solid pattern with a luxurious velvet fill material. The...
Category
1960s Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Textile, Velvet, Teak
Pair of scandinavian wooden armchairs, 1960s
Located in Brussels , BE
Beautiful pair of cosy scandinavian wooden armchairs, 1960s.
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Teak
Four Restored Erik Buch Rosewood Dining Chairs Custom Reupholstery Included
By Ørum Møbler, Erik Buch
Located in Knebel, DK
Four restored Erik Buch rosewood dining chairs custom reupholstery included
This model that is only very rarely seen in rosewood has...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Rosewood
Set of 6 'Model 77' dining chairs by Niels O. Møller, Teak and paper cord
Located in Ranst, VAN
Set of six 'Model 77' dining chairs designed by Niels Otto Moller for J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik, Denmark 1960s. The chairs have a teak frame and a new papercord seating.
Dimensions:
...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Papercord, Teak
Mid Century Danish Grete Jalk Model 128/3 Teak Sofa For France & Son
By Grete Jalk
Located in Shepperton, Surrey
A Danish design classic from Grete Jalk. A solid Teak frame sofa that is full of sculptural appeal and wonderful attention to detail. We took some images of the frame without the cus...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Teak
Danish Designer, Lounge Chair, Oak, Fabric, Denmark, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An oak and white fabric lounge chair designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1940s.
Seat height 16.75”.
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Thomas Pedersen for Fredericia, sting ray lounge chair of plastic
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Thomas Pedersen lounge chair / chaise lounge made in form molded plastic. Leather neck cushion.
Model Stingray, made by Fredericia.
Category
Early 2000s Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
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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French Chairs With Rush Seating
Gold Chrome Chairs
Herman Miller Light
Vintage Aluminum Outdoor Furniture
Vintage Asian Chair
White Leather Desk Chair
Blue Dining Chairs Lacquer
Charlotte Perriand On Sale
Curved Dining Sofa
Formal Dining Table And Chairs
Italy Walnut Desk Chair
Oval French Chairs
Set Of 4 Rattan Chairs
Tobacco Leather Chair
Used Outdoor Furniture Cushions
Blue Shell Chair
Cantilever Black Leather
Charles Fritz