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What is Danish modern furniture?
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Danish modern furniture is the term for a style of furniture that emerged during the 1930s through the innovation of designers from Denmark. It is a subset of Scandinavian modern furniture, 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. Some notable Danish modern designers include Hans J. Wegner, Kaare Klint, Arne Jacobsen, Finn Juhl, Arne Vodder and Verner Panton. Shop a range of Danish modern furniture on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
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Swedish Pine Wood Sconces by Markslöjd, Sweden, 1980s
By Markslöjd
Located in Værløse, DK
Swedish Modern Pine Wood Sconces in great vintage condition made by Markslöjd circa 1980.
* Set (2) of pine wood sconces with off-white fabric shades.
* Manufacturer: Markslöjd, Sw...
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Vintage 1980s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Wood, Pine
Swedish 1920s table lamp, Böhlmarks, brass oak and glass, Scandinavian, 1920s
Located in Forserum, SE
A 1920s table lamp produced by Arvid Böhlmarks Lampfabrik, featuring a cylindrical solid oak pillar set on a circular brass base. The white glass diffuser is secured by a brass shade...
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Vintage 1920s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and etched glass pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Oxidation present to brass
Wear consistent with age and use
Overall Dimensions (inches): "H x "W ...
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Alabaster, Rope, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
An alabaster and brown rope and brass pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 21"H x 18"Diameter
Stem Length (inches): 13.5"
Dimensio...
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Alabaster
Märta Måås-Fjetterström Swedish wool Tapestry, 1960's
Located in Uccle, BE
Red Horse Swedish modern wool tapestry.
Märta Måås-Fjetterström (1873-1941), considered to be one of the greatest textile artists in Sweden. She founded her studio in the southern p...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Tapestries
Materials
Wool
Carl Malmsten for O.H. Sjögren 'Farmor' Armchair in Honey Sheepskin, 1950s
Located in Prague, New Town
'Farmor' armchair, designed by Carl Malmsten in 1956. Produced by O.H. Sjögren in Sweden, 1950s. Newly upholstered in honey sheepskin.
Dimensions:
Height: 103 cm / 40.55 in
Width: 7...
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Wood