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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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Lamp Gustaf Table Light, Pine, Fabric, Sweden
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Vintage art deco style table lamp manufactured by Lamp Gustaf AB in Sweden in the 1980s.
Solid circular pine wood base with black lacquered metal swan neck. Original draped flower li...
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Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
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Metal
Paavo Tynell for Idman '9224' Table Lamp in Brass and Leather, Finland, 1950s
By Idman, Paavo Tynell
Located in Prague, New Town
'Horseshoe' table lamp, model '9224', designed by Paavo Tynell. Produced by Idman Oy in Finland, 1953. Polished brass, adjustable brass shade with perforated edge, leather-wrapped st...
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
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Brass
Itsu Oy Organic Floor Lamp in Brass and Cane, Finland, 1950s
By Itsu
Located in Prague, New Town
Rare organic floor lamp, produced by Itsu Oy in Finland, 1950s. Brass, cane shade. Marked 'Itsu'. The lamp is equipped for a single light bulb.
Dimensions:
Height: 143 cm / 56.3 in...
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps
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Brass
Swedish Modern ASEA Five Arm Chandelier in Brass, Oak and Silk, Sweden, 1950s
By ASEA
Located in The Hague, NL
This striking five-arm chandelier was produced by ASEA in Sweden in the early 1950s. An excellent example of Swedish Modern lighting design, it showcases a refined blend of materials...
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian mid-century chandelier, five arms, brass & textile, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Forserum, SE
A Scandinavian modernist chandelier from the 1940s, crafted from brass and featuring five elegantly curved arms radiating from a central wooden obelisk. Each arm is fitted with a con...
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
1960’s Hans J. Wegner AT-48 teak serving trolley - P. Jeppesen
Located in Bern, CH
1960’s Hans J. Wegner AT-48 teak serving trolley / table. Produced by Poul Jeppesen Möbelfabrik, Denmark. Table top can be removed to create a serving tray. With a fixed lower shelf....
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Carts and Bar Carts
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Teak