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
Scandinavian Modern Six Vintage Teak Dining Chairs or Chairs Peter Hvidt Denmark
By Peter Hvidt
Located in Vienna, AT
Scandinavian Modern vintage organic dining chairs or chairs from teak designed by Peter Hvidt and Orla Moolgard Nielsenfor Søborg Mobler DK, circa 1956.
These wonderful dining chairs...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Teak
Fully Restored Niels Otto Møller Model 78 Rosewood Dining Chair with Papercord
Located in Knebel, DK
The iconic model 78 dining chair was designed in 1954 by Niels O. Møller for J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik. The model is with it´s organic shapes and pieces of wood that "melt" into each ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Rosewood, Papercord
Ilmari Tapiovaara, Domus`Armchair , Keravan Puuteollisuus Ltd.
Located in Helsinki, FI
The iconic Domus lounge chair was originally designed for the student housing project Domus Academica in Helsinki in 1947.
This beautiful early version is stamped with the first pro...
Category
1940s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Birch, Plywood
Hans J. Wegner Papa Bear AP19 chair by A.P. Stolen Denmark Leather and teak
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
An original AP19 “Papa bear” chair designed by Hans J. Wegner for A.P. Stolen, designed in 1951 and made in Denmark. This example with new black leather and featuring teak legs and ...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Teak
Helge Sibast Armchair
By Helge Sibast
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Helge Sibast armchair with back of teakand frame of oak.
New upholstered with tan vintage aniline leather.
Model 7.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Teak
2 Danish deskchairs, Leather and steel, “Tulip chair” by Fabricius & Kalsthom.
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Superb Scandinavian armchairs. Structure with three legs in Chromed Steel, seats and backs in cowhide leather in excellent condition. This piece of furniture comes from the premises ...
Category
Early 2000s Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Set of four Swedish midcentury pine dining chairs by Carl Malmsten
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Set of four Scandinavian modern pine dining chairs designed by Carl Malmsten during the 1960s.
Fits together perfectly with other sports cabin furniture from Sweden.
Beautiful o...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Pine
Scandinavian Lounge Chair with Oak Armrest Conical Legs Red Wool, 1940's
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Elegant and unusual lounge chair from the 1940's in the style of Swedish Designer, Carl Malmsten. We have never seen any other examples of this chair and it may well be a one-of-a- ...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Wool, Oak
Set of Seven Barstools in Patinated Leather by Piet Hein, Danish, 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Set of seven of high stools in metal with patinated leather seats. Designed by Piet Hein for Fritz Hansen. Made in Denmark, great condition. Ideal for the kitchen or in a bar.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Modernist Oak Lounge Chair, Tove & Edvard Kindt Larsen
Located in London, GB
A superbly designed lounge chair by Tove & Edvard Kindt Larsen. Model 117 constructed from European oak with inset teak armrests. Price includes reupholstery in fabric colour of choi...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Oak, Teak
Pair of 1940’s Red Velvet Danish Lounge Chairs
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Turners Falls, MA
1940’s Red Velvet Danish Lounge Chairs. Stained Birch legs. Buttton Seat Backs. Classic 1940’s Danish Design.
We offer delivery to NYC area for $425
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Velvet, Birch
Danish Armchair, Black Leather and Chromed Steel, model FK 6725 Fabricius/Knoll.
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Superb Scandinavian armchair. Structure with three legs in Chromed Steel, seats and backs in cowhide leather in excellent condition. This piece of furniture comes from the premises o...
Category
Early 2000s Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
"Stora Kraal" Easy Chair by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
The "Stora Kraal" easy chair was originally designed by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist in 1952, and was quickly incorporated into Nordiska Kompaniet’s famous Tri...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Danish armchair in white leather and chrome steel, model FK 6725 Fabricius/Knoll
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Superb Scandinavian armchair. Structure with three legs in Chromed Steel, seats and backs in cowhide leather in excellent condition. This piece of furniture comes from the premises o...
Category
Early 2000s Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Large Scandinavian Teak Armchair with Ottomans by Folke Ohlsson for Westnofa 196
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Exceptional armchairs each available with its own footrest. A clever metal system allows the chairs to recline and offers great comfort with a slight rocking effect.
Each armchair h...
Category
1960s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Teak, Fabric
Set of 4 Vintage Scandinavian Midcentury Modern Teak Wood & Fabric Dining Chairs
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This set of four modernist chairs was manufactured by the Danish manufacturer Glostrup Møbelfabrik during the 1960s. They are made of solid teak in a warm shade of brown. The seat is...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Teak
8 Verner Panton System 1-2-3 Swivel Dining Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set Of 8 Verner Panton Swivel Dining Chairs. Designed in 1973. Produced by Fritz Hansen
Category
1970s Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Pair of 1970's Solid Pine Wood Benches Sweden
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Pair of rustic solid pinewood benches from the 1970's
Beautiful patinated appearance and very functional
The Benches can be flat packed for volume saving low cost shipping
Solid...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Pine
Jørgen Kastholm & Preben Fabricius (Designer), Kill International (Constructeur)
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Jørgen Kastholm & Preben Fabricius (Designer),Kill International (Constructeur)
wear and lack of color in one place
Category
1970s German Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Early 20th Century Scandinavian Bench
By Biedermeier
Located in Turners Falls, MA
Elegant early 20th century Scandinavian bench. Mahogany wood with inlay.
Delivery to NYC area $350. Please Inquire
Category
Early 20th Century European Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Mahogany
1950s, Danish design, reupholstered armchair, New Zealand sheepskin, oak wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1950s, Danish design. Reupholstered armchair in quality New Zealand sheepskin Wellington. Renewed oak wood. Manufactured by Danish furniture manufacturer in about 1955s. Reupholstere...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin, Oak
Loungers and stool, model VB 136 by Viggo Boesen for Nissen & Co, Denmark.
By Viggo Boesen
Located in København K, DK
A rare pair including one stool of model VB 136 lounge chairs by Viggo Boesen for E.V.A. Nissen & Co, Denmark. This bamboo chair was designed in 1936 and still has the Nissen tags on...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Bamboo
Arne Jacobsen 'Grand Prix' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Partial Leather Upholstery
Located in Glendale, CA
Arne Jacobsen 'Grand Prix' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Partial Leather Upholstery.
Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining tim...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Danish Modern Lounge Chairs by Illum Wikkelsø made at Søren Willadsen, 1950s
Located in Odense, DK
Rare pair of early Danish Modern lounge chairs "model 10" from the 1950s by Illum Wikkelsø, Denmark. Handmade at cabinetmaker Søren Willadsen in the most amazing solid Bangkok Teakwo...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Teak
Hans J. Wegner CH-27 Oak Lounge Chair with Woven Rattan Seat
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Early CH-27 lounge chair, designed by Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen. Constructed from solid oak, the reclining open frame features beautiful sculptural details at the back rest. Wid...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Rattan, Oak
Ten Restored Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Dining Chairs Including Custom Upholstery
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of 10 model 42 rosewood dining chairs with adjustable backrest by Kai Kristiansen for Schous Møbelfabrik.
The chairs have Kai Kristiansens typical light and elegant design that ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Rosewood
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
Hans J. Wegner GE 240 Oak Cigar Easy Chairs, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Produced by GETAMA, Denmark, 1950s. Signed.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Oak
Carl Malmsten 1950s Lounge Chair Model Samsas for O.H. Sjögren
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful midcentury lounge chair model Samsas (meaning "together" in Swedish) designed by Swedish design icon, Carl Malmsten in 1955, for O.H. Sjögren, Sweden. Malmsten's work is in...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Wool, Teak
Frits Henningsen Danish Mahogany Sofa, c. 1940's
Located in Norwalk, CT
A handsome Danish mid-century three-seater sofa, designed by furniture maker and designer Frits Henningsen (1889–1965), c. 1940's. Both the proprietor of a furniture-making workshop ...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Mahogany
Set of 8 Niels Møller Model 78 Rosewood Dining Chairs, 1962
Located in London, GB
Niels O. Møller
Model 78 Dining Chairs, 1962
Set of eight rosewood dining chairs designed by Niels O. Møller for J.L. Moller Mobelfabrik, Denmark, 1962. Seats reupholstered with pr...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Swedish Designer, Side Chairs, Pine, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of pine side chairs designed and produced in Sweden, 1940s.
Seat height: 18”
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Pine
1940s Swedish Lamb Leather Wing Chairs Armchairs
Located in Farmingdale, NJ
Exquisite in their condition for their age, great patina to arm rests showing their antique age, they look quite modern. From the estate of a local judge. A rare find in this conditi...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
Danish Pair of Midcentury Slipper or Cocktail Lounge Chairs, 1950's
By Ole Wanscher
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A very cool matching pair of Danish slipper or cocktail chairs from the 1950s. Very comfortable and light weight and thus easy to move around when the situation and guests require ex...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Teak
Scandinavian Modern Rainer Daumiller Dining Room Chairs in Pine, Denmark 1970s
Located in Almelo, NL
Scandinavian Modern Rainer Daumiller Dining Room Chairs in Pine, Denmark 1970s
We have a beautiful set of 30 dining room chairs designed by Rainer Daumiller for Hirtshals Savvaerk ...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Pine
Bentwood Woven Accent Chairs by Kvist Møbler
By Kvist
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1980s. Price is for the set. Contact us if you'd like to purchase a single item. Woven polyester on bentwood frame.
Category
1980s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Polyester
Pair of Fritz Hansen-Style Beechwood Easy Chairs, c. 1940's
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Norwalk, CT
Step into a world of vintage charm and Danish elegance with this exquisite pair of Fritz Hansen-style Beechwood Easy Chairs. A tangible ode to the 1940s—a period rich in artistry and...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Beech
PJ 149 “Colonial” Armchair by Ole Wanscher, Denmark, 1949
By Ole Wanscher
Located in Utrecht, NL
The Colonial chair is one of Danish designer, Ole Wanscher’s key designs, drawing influence from British and French colonial furniture from t...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
Hans Wegner Chairs by A.P. Stolen - Inclusive All New Upholstery Of Choice
Located in Utrecht, NL
Hans Wegner AP38 'Kastrup / Airport' chairs by A.P. Stolen, Denmark. Designed in 1959.
Modern side chairs on steel frames with sharp triangle shape chrome-plated steel details on bo...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Set of 6 Dining Room Chairs Model 42 in Rosewood By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Lejre, DK
This set of 6 dining chairs is an excellent representation of the timeless and elegant style that characterizes mid-20th century Danish furniture design. The chairs are model 42, des...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Rosewood
PK 20 easy chair by Poul Kjærholm / E. Kold Christensen. 2 pcs. in stock.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
PK 20 easy chair by Poul Kjærholm / E. Kold Christensen. 2 chairs in stock.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Scandinavian Oak & Paper Cord Armchairs by Viggo Hardie-Fischer, Denmark
Located in Stockholm, SE
Set of six church armchairs designed by Viggo Hardie-Fischer,
manufactured in Denmark by Sorø Møbelfabrik during the 1950s.
Those Mid-century chairs are made from solid oak frame wit...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Papercord, Oak
Three Seat Sofa by Frits Henningsen 1930s. Original Condition
Located in Handewitt, DE
Three seat sofa by the famous danish cabinetmaker and designer Frits Henningsen 1930s. In original untouched condition, with blue fabric. This is upholstered by Frits henningsen's fa...
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Hans J Wegner PP203 dining chairs PP Mobler Denmark 1969
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Iconic Hans J. Wegner PP203 dining chairs, crafted by PP Møbler, Denmark in 1969. This set includes 12 extremely rare chairs, making it a remarkable find....
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Teak
Wittorin sofa (2 modules), modular sofa in walnut and green upholstery
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Designed by Caisa Leifsdotter for ToneArt and based on historical designs by her architect father, the Wittorin Sofa is a modular sofa configuration.
The design language of the seri...
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
David Rosén, Stool, Pine, Sweden, 1940s.
Located in High Point, NC
A dark-stained pine stool designed by David Rosén and produced by Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, c. 1940s.
seat height: 16.5”
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Pine
1940's Palle Suenson Armchair
By Jacob Kjaer
Located in Oakland, CA
Finely sculpted armchair in rosewood, designed by Danish modernist architect Palle Suenson for Jacob Kjaer, c.1940, Denmark. The chair showcases elegantly curved arms and cross stret...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Rosewood
Swedish Designer, Side Chair, Pine, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pine stool designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Seat height: 18”
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Pine
Original AP19 "Papa Bear"chair by Hans J. Wegner A.P. Stolen Leather oak teak
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
An original AP19 “Papa bear” chair designed by Hans J. Wegner for A.P. Stolen, designed in 1951 and made in Denmark. This example with new black leather and featuring oak legs and t...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak, Teak
Danish Modern Highback Lounge Chair by Kurt Østervig, Teakwood & Oak, 1958
Located in Odense, DK
Beautiful vintage highback lounge chair from 1958 by Danish designer Kurt Østervig. The chair is known as "Model 58" and was manufactured by "Rolschau...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Wool, Oak, Teak
Torbjorn Afdal for Bruksbo Norway Teak "Krobo" Long Coffee Table, Bench, 1960's
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Long Torbjorn Afdal solid Teak Table, Bench by Bruksbo Mellenstrands Norway. Featuring a longer lower lipped rectangular framework in smoothly grained Teak, with Steel supported legs...
Category
1960s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
1970s, Danish design, par of two lounge chairs in furniture wool, original.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Danish design. Par of two lounge chairs in beige/brown furniture wool. Bent beech wood. Removable seat cushion. Original very good condition: no smells and no stains. Manufact...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Wool, Beech
Four Palle Suenson dining chairs, Au Coq D'Or, Fritz Hansen, Denmark 1947
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
PALLE SUENSON & FRITZ HANSEN
SCANDINAVIAN MODERN
A set of four rare dining chairs by Palle Suenson, bespoke design for restaurant Au Coq D'Or in Copenhagen, Denmark 1947.
Palle Su...
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Beech, Teak
Vintage scandinavian folding chairs by Hyllinge Mobler, 1970s - set of 8
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Vintage scandinavian plywood wooden folding chairs. - Set of 8
Elegant and simple design
The chairs are well made.
Good condition.
1970s - Denmark
Dimensions:
Height: 74cm/29...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Plywood
Scandinavian Modern Easy Chair by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist, ca 1950s
Located in Örebro, SE
Scandinavian modern easy chair “Adam” by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist for Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden 1950s. This model is from the timeless and iconic Paradise Collection from the Triva ...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Textile, Beech
1970s, Vintage Scandinavian swivel chair, velour, original condition.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Scandinavian design. Swivel chair five-star base. Dark brown velour. Original very good condition: no smells and no stains. Manufactured by Swedish or Danish furniture manufac...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Early Pair of Oak 'GE-290' Lounge Chairs by Hans Wegner for Getama, 1953
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
Straight from Denmark comes this original pair of lounge chairs designed in 1953 by the master himself, Hans J. Wegner. This is model ‘GE-290’ with solid oak frames and the original ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Wool, Oak
Hans J. Wegner Ge240 'Sigar' Lounge Chair in Oak and Pierre Frey Fabric, GETAMA
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Amsterdam, NL
This is an early example of the Hans J. Wegner Lounge Chair model GE240 for GETAMA, Denmark. The chair is also sometimes called 'Cigar' Chair due the shape of the armrests. Beautiful...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
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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