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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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Hans-Agne Jakobsson T608 Three Arm Pendant Light, Brass and Silk, Sweden, 1960s
Located in The Hague, NL
This striking three arm pendant light was designed by Hans-Agne Jakobsson in the 1960s. This particularly rare model was numbered T-608 and is part of his iconic 'Fringe' series prod...
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Set of Eight Arne Jacobsen Series Seven Chairs, Fritz Hansen, Denmark, 1973
Located in Dronten, NL
Matching set of 6 arm chairs model 3207 and 2 side chairs model 3107 designed by Arne Jacobsen, produced by Fritz Hansen in Denmark in 1973. Cream colored lacquer with some wear as o...
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofa in Teak Fabric and Cane
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Three seat sofa, teak, cane, metal, Denmark, 1960s
This three-seat sofa of Danish origin showcases mid-century modern design and exquisite craftsmanship. The sculpted frame, crafted...
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Cane, Teak
Ilmari Tapiovaara Three Seat Sofa in Cognac Leather and Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ilmari Tapiovaara for Esposizione La Permanente Mobili manufactured by Paolo Arnaboldi, sofa, teak, leather, brass, Italy, 1957.
This three-seat sofa is designed by Finnish designer...
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Rare set of 4 Scandinavian Dining Chairs / Gemla Sweden "Lilla Carmen" c.1960s
By Gemla
Located in Buffalo, NY
Beautiful / sexy set of 4 " Lilla Carmen" chairs by Jack Range for Gemla, Sweden c.1960's. stained beech and teak.. Warm patina throughout. They sit wonderfully stacked as a space s...
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Beech, Teak
Svend Langkilde rosewood Cabinet for Illums Bolighus, Denmark 1960s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Beautiful cabinet in rosewood desgined by Svend Langkilde for Illums Bolighus, Denmark 1960s. Two doors with brass hinges and an interior with shelves and one drawer that also can be...
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Materials
Hardwood
