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1960s Scandinavian Glass Cocktail Martini Pitcher
By Kosta Vicki Linstrand
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1960s Scandinavian Glass Cocktail Martini Pitcher Glass 9 h x 4 d x 3.5 diameter Preowned original
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Vintage 1960s European Scandinavian Modern Pitchers

Materials

Glass

1960s Scandinavian Modern Juice Carafe Green Glass Iittala Finland
By Iittala
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1960s Scandinavian Modern green glass Juice Carafe Iittala Finland Measures: 8 tall x 4 diameter
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Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Pitchers

Materials

Glass, Blown Glass

1960s, Scandinavian "Safari" lounge chair, original condition, leather, beech.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Scandinavian "Safari" lounge chair in original good condition: no smells and no stains
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Beech

1960s Scandinavian Modern Planter Box Brazilian Rosewood Denmark
By Feldballes Møbelfabrik
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1960s Scandinavian Modern Leggy Planter Box Brazilian Rosewood Made in Denmark style of Aksel
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Rosewood

1960s Scandinavian Design Style Black Wooden and Bouclé Fabric Sofa
Located in Tourcoing, FR
1960s Scandinavian design style armchair with brass structure, black wooden finishes and bouclé
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21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Canapes

Materials

Brass

1960s Scandinavian Design Style Black Wooden and Bouclé Fabric Armchair
Located in Tourcoing, FR
1960s Scandinavian design style armchair with brass structure, black wooden finishes and bouclé
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21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Brass

1960s, Scandinavian design, reupholstered armchair, furniture fabric, sheepskin.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Scandinavian design. Completely renovated-reupholstered high-back armchair. Brand new
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Lambskin, Fabric, Teak

1960s, Scandinavian design, armchair in original condition, furniture velour.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Scandinavian design. Armchair in original very good condition: no smells and no stains
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Velvet, Beech

1960s, Scandinavian 2 seater sofa, original condition, velour, teak wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Scandinavian 2 seater sofa. Original very good condition: no smells and no stains. Original
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Teak

1960s, Scandinavian Design by Karl Eric Klote, Swivel Lounge Chair, Wool
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Scandinavian design by Karl Eric Klote for Overman. Mid-Century swivel lounge chair in red
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

1960s, Scandinavian design by Arne Norell, sofa, model "Kontiki", original.
By Arne Norell, Norell Möbel AB
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Scandinavian design by Arne Norell. 3 seater sofa, model "Kontiki" in original very good
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

1960s Scandinavian nightstands
Located in Brescia, IT
Pair of original vintage Scandinavian nightstands made of wood and metal. These pieces of
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Night Stands

Materials

Metal

1960s Scandinavian nightstands
1960s Scandinavian nightstands
H 20.87 in W 21.26 in D 11.42 in
1960s Scandinavian Lamp Pendant Teardrop Milk Glass & Teak Holm Sorensen Denmark
By Svend Aage Holm Sørensen
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1960s Scandinavian lamp pendant Tri Teardrop by Svend Aage Holm Sorensen Denmark Made of teakwood
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Milk Glass, Teak

Set of 6 1960’s Scandinavian modern oak and leather armchairs
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Set of 6 1960's Scandinavian modern oak and leather armchairs circa 1960. Set of Scandinavian
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

1960s Scandinavian Midcentury Floor Lamp in Patinated Brass with Perforated Top
By Paavo Tynell
Located in København K, 84
An original 1960s Scandinavian floor lamp in resplendent brass, adorned with a beautiful, elegant
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Bobyrug’s Nice 1960’s Scandinavian Rya rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Discover elegance with our exquisite modern Scandinavian rya rug meticulously hand knotted with
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Cotton, Wool

1960s Scandinavian Coffee Table
Located in Brescia, IT
Scandinavian modern antique vintage sofa table. A piece of furniture with simple, modern lines
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Teak

1960s Scandinavian Coffee Table
1960s Scandinavian Coffee Table
H 18.9 in W 25.6 in D 16.54 in
1960s Scandinavian Rattan Pendant
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Mid-century rattan pendant, Denmark, 1960s. This beautiful suspension lamp is entirely handcrafted
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Rattan

Large 1960's Scandinavian Handmade Wool Rya Rug
Located in Shepperton, Surrey
A large and outstanding handmade wool Rya rug from the 60’s with a very pleasing patern and colour
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

1960s Scandinavian Modern Coffee Table Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1960s Danish Modern Coffee Table Denmark In the style of Hans Wegner features teak tabletop on oak
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Oak, Teak

1960s Scandinavian Brass Rotating Wall Lamp in the Style of Charlotte Perriand
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Glendale, CA
1960s Scandinavian brass rotating wall lamp in the Style of Charlotte Perriand. Produced in
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Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

1960s Scandinavian Birch Chest of Drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Scandinavian birch chest of drawers circa 1960. Fine example of simple but elegant Swedish mid
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Birch

1960s Scandinavian Birch Chest of Drawers
1960s Scandinavian Birch Chest of Drawers
H 28.5 in W 32.75 in D 16 in
1960's Scandinavian Adjustable Coffee/Dining Table
Located in Paris, FR
tabletop is composed of re-finished teak wood and the structure is in black lacquered steel. Circa 1960's
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20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Steel

1960s Scandinavian Vintage Rectangular Wood Coffee Table
Located in Ceglie Messapica, IT
A vintage coffee table with wood and legs structure. Pure scandinavian style from the 1960s. In
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

1960s Scandinavian Modern Farmhouse Toys by Kay Bojesen
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A brightly colored and whimsical miniature farm set by the Danish master of whimsey Kay Bojesen. The fifteen individual wooden pieces consist of a farmhouse of laminated beech with r...
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Toys and Dolls

Materials

Beech

1960s Scandinavian Brass Table Lamp by Tyringe Konsthantverk
By Konsthantverk Tyringe 1
Located in Hägersten, SE
1960s table lamp in solid polished brass by Swedish company Tyringe Konsthantverk. Adjustable shade
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair of 1960s Scandinavian Armchairs with Teak Legs
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Pair of well made Scandinavian armchairs with teak legs.
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Vintage 1960s Armchairs

Materials

Teak

Set of Four 1960's Scandinavian Mid Century Chairs
Located in Brno, CZ
inspired by Scandinavian aesthetics. The slick, angular shaped form with precise detailing are the main
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Mid-20th Century German Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Ash

Rya Rug Vintage 1960s Scandinavian/Danish Shag Rug
Located in Evanston, IL
Ask us, for the best way of shipping. Rya Rug Vintage 1960s Danish Rya Shag rug Retro DeLuxe Ege
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Mid-20th Century Danish Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Original 1960s Scandinavian Hanging Light Made by Lyfa, Denmark
By Lyfa
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Green hanging light Made by Lyfa, Denmark, 1960s. This hanging light was produced by Lyfa
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

1960s Scandinavian Art Glass Lamp Designed by Pertti Santalahti
By Pertti Santalahti
Located in Copenhagen, DK
1960s. Designed by Pertti Santalahti for Humppila in Norway, this pendant encapsulates the style and
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Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Art Glass

1960s Scandinavian Modern Helena Tynell Red Glass Pendant Light, Sweden
By Helena Tynell, Flygsfors
Located in Barcelona, ES
Helena Tynell Midcentury Modern Red Glass Pendant Lamp for Flygsfors. Sweden, 1960s. Designed by
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Peter Lovig Nielsen Desk + Folke Ohlsson Armchair, 1960s, Scandinavian Design
By Peter Løvig Nielsen, Folke Ohlsson
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Desk, Denmark, circa 1960s. Designed by Peter Lovig Nielsen, this model is known as the Boomerang
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Brass Pendant Wall Lamp by Louis Poulsen, 1960s Scandinavian Modern
By Alvar Aalto, Louis Poulsen, Paavo Tynell
Located in Odense, DK
Amazing vintage Louis Poulsen wall lamp made in Denmark in the 1960s. The wall fixture is in
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Arne Vodder Teak Dining Table for P. Olsen Sibast, 1960s, Scandinavian
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Lyon, FR
Excellent condition for this dining table made of teak. Designed by Arne Vodder. Produced by P. Olsen Sibast Møbler in Denmark without extensions.
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Teak

1960s Scandinavian Modern Jens Quistgaard for Dansk Designs Teak Ice Bucket
By Dansk, Jens Quistgaard
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome Scandinavian Modern staved teak ice bucket designed by Jens Quistgaard for Dansk Designs
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Barware

Materials

Plastic, Teak

1960s Scandinavian Modern Ice Bucket Crystal Art Glass Brass & Aluminum Handle
By Iittala
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1960s modern ice bucket in Scandinavian crystal art glass Custom handle in aluminum and brass
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Ceramic Wall Decor Dish Handmade by "Kingo" Denmark, 1960s, Scandinavian Modern
By Kingo Keramik
Located in Odense, DK
Large stoneware dish handmade at "Kingo" ceramics workshop in Denmark in the 1960s. The piece is
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Art

Materials

Stoneware

CIRCA 1960's SCANDINAVIAN MID CENTURY MODERN CHROME MOSAIC TILED DINING TABLE
Located in GB
, it has a very decorative top which looks lovely in any setting it is a Scandinavian Modern round
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Chrome

Mid Century Modern Danish Teak Ice Bucket Bar Accessory 1960s Scandinavian
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a delightful, Danish, teak ice bucket with lid, circa the 1960s. In
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Teak

1960s Scandinavian Art Glass Designed By Pertti Santalahti For Humppila Norway
By Humppila 1, Pertti Santalahti
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Extremely rare and beautiful art glass pendant in mixed color clear and amber. Also the glass shade shows a lot of air bubbles what gives the pendant a beautiful artistic character. ...
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Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

1960s Scandinavian Two Bay Wall Unit System Record Cabinet Cado Royal System
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Vintage Scandinavian Modern wall unit system 2 bay in walnut wood. Unmarked. Attribution Poul
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Walnut

1960s Scandinavian Modern Dining Table by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A round extension dining table with oak top set on four tubular chrome legs each tipped with a rosewood insert.
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Chrome

Bergboms Floor Lamp G-075, Sweden 1960s Scandinavian Design Paavo Tynell Style
By Bergboms
Located in Lyon, FR
Floor lamp edited by the Swedish company Bergboms.
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

"Eva" Lounge Chair by Dux Created by Bruno Mathsson 1960s Scandinavian Modern
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
chair by Bruno Mathsson made by Dux in the 1960s. The chairs are made from bent beechwood and hemp
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

1960s Scandinavian Design and MCM Style Black Feet and Bouclé Fabric Armchair
Located in Tourcoing, FR
Vintage style and MCM design black wooden feet with beige Bouclé fabric fur effect rounded shaped armchair.
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21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

1960s Modernist Wood Squirrel Personal Valet Brush Style Bojesen
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1960s Scandinavian Modern Wood Squirrel Personal Valet Brush Style of Kay Bojesen Denmark 5.25 D
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Midcentury Danish Art Glass Lantern
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1960's Scandinavian art glass lantern with three interior lights. Measurements: Height of
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Vintage 1960s Danish Lanterns

Materials

Art Glass

Set of Swedish Mid-Century Modern Nightstands
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A set of nightstands from the 1960´s. Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern design with exquisite details
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

Materials

Teak

Set of Swedish Mid-Century Modern Nightstands
Set of Swedish Mid-Century Modern Nightstands
H 19.69 in W 16.93 in D 14.18 in
Nordic Scandinavian Style Stripes Bookcase from the 1960s
Located in Padova, IT
Nordic-Scandinavian-style stripes bookcase from the 1960s. Scandinavian design in teak and metal
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Vintage 1960s Italian Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Pair of Scandinavian Ceramic Table Lamps, 1960s, Linen Shades
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A beautiful pair of 1960s Scandinavian ceramic table lamps. Ceramic body in rope shape, with round
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Linen, Ceramic

Nordic Scandinavian Style Teak Bench from the 1960s
Located in Padova, IT
Nordic Scandinavian style teak bench from the 1960s Scandinavian style bench in brown teak wood
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Vintage 1960s Italian Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Teak

Tamara Aladin Riihimaen Lasi Oy Finland Red Blown Art Glass Vase Scandinavian
By Tamara Aladin, Riihimäen Lasi Oy
Located in Miami, FL
1960s Scandinavian Modern Tamara Aladin Red Blown Art Glass Vase for Riihimaen Lasi Oy Finland. In
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass

Scandinavian Wooden Armchair with Cord Webbing, 1960s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Danish; Scandinavia; Scandinavian Design; Denmark; Wooden Armchair; Cord Webbing; 1960s
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Cord, Wood

Scandinavian Wooden Armchair with Cord Webbing, 1960s
Scandinavian Wooden Armchair with Cord Webbing, 1960s
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H 32.29 in W 30.71 in D 27.96 in
Vintage Danish Rosewood Console Table, 1960s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish Rosewood Console Table, 1960s. Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern low plinth in
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Console Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Vintage Danish Rosewood Console Table, 1960s.
Vintage Danish Rosewood Console Table, 1960s.
H 14.57 in W 39.38 in D 15.75 in
MCM Scandinavian Design Style Beige Bouclé Fabric and Leather Swivel Armchair
Located in Tourcoing, FR
1950s - 1960s Scandinavian Design Style Beige Bouclé Fabric With Cognac Leather Padded Button
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21st Century and Contemporary European Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Bouclé, Velvet, Wood

Vintage Danish Silver Necklace with Porcelain Pendant by Royal Copenhagen 1960s
By Anton Michelsen, Royal Copenhagen
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish silver necklace with porcelain pendant by Royal Copenhagen 1960s. Scandinavian
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Rare Danish Freestanding Rosewood Bar by Niels Erik Glasdam Jensen
By Niels Erik & Glasdam Jensen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
. Classic 1960s Scandinavian design featuring double sliding door storage cabinet below, laminate counter
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dry Bars

Materials

Rosewood

Ingmar Relling for Westnofa High-Back Sculptural Teak Rocking Chair, 1960s
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in San Francisco, CA
A 1960s Scandinavian Modern high-back teak rocking chair with original upholstery by Ingmar Relling
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Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Beech, Teak

Vintage Danish Mid-Century Modern Rosewood and Marble Coffee Table
Located in San Marcos, CA
Here is a beautiful 1960's scandinavian modern cocktail table in rosewood manufactured in Denmark
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Rosewood

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1960s Scandinavian For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal 1960s Scandinavian for your home. Frequently made of wood, hardwood and teak, every 1960s Scandinavian was constructed with great care. There are 35659 variations of the antique or vintage 1960s Scandinavian you’re looking for, while we also have 115 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect 1960s Scandinavian — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A 1960s Scandinavian, designed in the Scandinavian Modern, mid-century modern or modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one 1960s Scandinavian that is appealing in its simplicity, but Hans J. Wegner, Hans-Agne Jakobsson and Kai Kristiansen produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a 1960s Scandinavian?

Prices for a 1960s Scandinavian can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $1 and can go as high as $194,717, while the average can fetch as much as $1,998.

A Close Look at scandinavian-modern Furniture

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 

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

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. 

Questions About 1960s Scandinavian
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    A Scandinavian table likely refers to a table that was produced in Denmark, Finland or Sweden. In the context of furniture design, a “Scandinavian table” features attributes commonly associated with Scandinavian modernism. Characterized by bold, clean lines and simple, sturdy symmetries, Scandinavian modernism is perhaps the warmest and most organic iteration of modernist design. The work of the designers associated with this style was founded on centuries-old beliefs in both quality craftsmanship and the ideal that beauty should enhance even the humblest accessories of daily life. On 1stDibs, find a variety of vintage Scandinavian modern tables from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Scandinavian glass is decorative glassware produced by artisans from Denmark, Finland, Norway and Sweden. Some notable glassworks from the region include Alsterfors, Aseda, Ekenas Glasbruk, Flygsfors, Hadeland Glassverk, Pukeberg, Reijmyre and Ryd Glasbruk. Shop a variety of Scandinavian glass on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 11, 2019

    Scandinavian design, associated with the countries of Northern Europe, is characterized by simplicity, functionality and beauty,

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Scandinavian silver is a metal that is 83 percent pure silver and 17 percent copper or other metals. Artisans use it to produce jewelry, tableware and a variety of decorative objects. You'll find a collection of Scandinavian silver jewelry, serveware and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    A traditional Scandinavian rug is called a rya or rye. With their shag knotted wool pile, these rugs originally served as blankets for 15th-century sailors. The rugs gained popularity in the U.S. and around the world in the 1980s. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of vintage rya rugs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Scandinavian rya rugs are accent rugs that have a hand-knotted high shag pile usually made of wool. Originally, the rugs served as bedding for sailors, but they became popular decorative accents in the U.S. in the 1970s. Shop a variety of rya rugs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Scandinavian style refers to a movement in furniture design that is characterized by simplicity and functionality. Scandinavian modernists tended to focus on clean, simple lines. Scandinavian design is minimalist and devoid of clutter. Find a variety of Scandinavian modern furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Yes, there were watches in the 1960s. The first recorded wristwatch dates back to 1868, when Patek Philippe, a watchmaker founded in Geneva in 1839 by Polish expats Antoni Patek and Franciszek Czapek, designed a timepiece for Countess Koscowicz of Hungary. Shop a collection of vintage watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    A caftan from the 1960s or any other era refers to a long ankle-length variation on a robe or a tunic. Caftans, which are sometimes referred to as kaftans, feature full sleeves and usually have a deep, open neck. While these garments can be made from any fabric, most caftans are made of wool, silk or cotton. Find a selection of caftans from top fashion boutiques around the world on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Fashion in the 1960s progressed toward a more casual look for men and for women during the decade. For women, the skirt suits of the 1950s prevailed during the early ‘60s and eventually miniskirts came along. Late-1960s fashion included ponchos, peace signs, chain belts, puffed “bubble” sleeves, frayed bell-bottom jeans for men and women, tie-dyed shirts, work shirts, sandals, headbands and moccasins.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Because Scandinavian design focuses on craftsmanship and clean lines, it is a style that lasts the test of time. Designed to maximize light and focusing on minimalism and functionality, it is very aesthetically pleasing.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 2, 2023

    There isn’t much of a difference between Nordic and Scandinavian design in that when it comes to furniture and decor, the descriptors “Nordic” and “Scandinavian” are often used interchangeably. The term Scandinavia is primarily used to refer to Denmark, Norway and Sweden. (It is sometimes inclusive of Iceland and Finland, too.) The Nordic region of the world also includes the likes of Norway, Denmark, and Sweden as well as Iceland, Finland, Greenland, the Faroe Islands and Åland. 


    Scandinavian modernism is a warm and organic iteration of modernist design that chiefly originated in Denmark, Sweden and Finland during the 1930s. It was introduced to the United States during the mid-20th century and had a profound influence on American mid-century modern design


    Scandinavian modernists are known for their emphasis on craftsmanship and use of natural materials such as ash, pine and beech. Scandi interiors are minimalist, bright and airy, and feature neutral palettes and classic shapes. 


    Characteristics of the work of such Scandinavian modernists such as Hans Wegner, Finn Juhl and Greta Magnusson Grossman include bold, clean lines and simple, sturdy symmetries. 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.


    For design enthusiasts all over the world, the promotion of functionality and simplicity associated with Scandinavian modernism and Nordic design continues to prove irresistible.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    Bold, clean lines and simple, sturdy symmetry help define what Scandinavian modern design looks like. For furniture, designers working in this style often use native woods such as pine, ash and beech, giving pieces a light color palette. The emphasis of Scandinavian modern design is on functionality over ornamentation, so most furnishings have little to no decorative embellishment. Some iconic examples of Scandinavian modern design include Arne Jacobsen's Ant chair, Greta Magnusson-Grossman's Grasshopper table lamp, Alvar Aalto's Stool 60, Poul Henningsen's Artichoke lamp and Hans J. Wegner's Wishbone chair. On 1stDibs, explore a wide variety of Scandinavian modern furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Furniture from the 1960s is often called mid-century modern. This style emphasizes the importance of good design that looks attractive and performs its function well. Notable mid-century modern designers include Eero Saarinen, George Nelson, Florence Knoll and Charles and Ray Eames. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of mid-century modern furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    What men wore in the 1960s varied over the course of the decade. At the start of the ’60s, when the Mod style was all the rage, men often sported boxy Italian-style suits with tight-fitting trousers for work and dressier occasions and polo shirts and turtlenecks paired with fitted trousers for casual dress. As the decade progressed, the Peacock Revolution occurred, with menswear becoming flashier with bright colors and bold prints. Fedoras and trilby hats were common in the early ’60s, but by the start of the 1970s, hats for men were much less common, marking a major departure from the style conventions of the 1930s, ’40s and ’50s. Explore an assortment of 1960s men's apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To tell if a dress is from the 1960s or 1970s, first look for a label. You may be able to determine the approximate date of the dress simply by researching the designer using reputable online sources. Also, check the zippers. Dresses from the 1960s will usually have metal or nylon zippers. Ones from the 1970s are more likely to be plastic. You'll find a large selection of vintage dresses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    The dresses they wore in the 1960s varied depending on the time of day and the occasion. For everyday wear, many women opted for simply tailored frocks called shift dresses. They often featured bold geometric prints in eye-catching colors. In the evening, women tended to opt for gowns with plunging necklines, fitted waists and flowing full skirts. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of vintage dresses from the 1960s.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Go-go boots were fashionable in the late 1960s through the 1970s. A calf-length to knee-length boot became synonymous with 1960s and 1970s fashion and is still highly coveted today by fashion enthusiasts. Shop a wide range of vintage go-go boots on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    Generally, 1960s-style furniture is called mid-century modern. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Some of the most notable furniture designers of the time include Charles and Ray Eames, Arne Jacobsen, Eero Saarinen and Hans J. Wegner. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of mid-century modern furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    Who the most famous fashion designer of the 1960s was is open to debate. Many designers helped define the looks of the decade, each influencing style in their own way. Among these notable designers were Mary Quant, André Courrèges, Pierre Cardin, Yves Saint Laurent, Bonnie Cashin, Hubert de Givenchy, Emilio Pucci, Paco Rabanne and Ossie Clark. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of vintage apparel and accessories from the 1960s.

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