Swedish Modern Bureau by Åby Möbelfabrik, 1940s
By Åby Möbler
Located in Karlstad, SE
Beautiful bureau by Åby Möbelfabrik, Sweden, circa 1940. This bureau is made of elm and elm root veneer.
Elm
Åby Möbelfabrik Pine and Iron Armchair, Sweden, 1930s
By Åby Möbler
Located in Hammarö, SE
This Swedish armchair was produced by Åby Möbelfabrik during the 1930s. Crafted in solid pine with blackened iron strapwork, the chair embodies the rustic yet sophisticated character...
Iron
Table by Åby Möbelfabrik, Sweden, 1940s
By Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Pine table produced by Åby Möbelfabrik in the 1940s, in the spirit of Swedish sports cabin furniture associated with Axel Einar Hjorth.
Iron
Åby Möbelfabrik 'Lövåsen' Armchair in Pine and Light Fabric, 1940s
By Åby Möbler
Located in Prague, New Town
Rare ‘Lövåsen’ armchair, made by Åby Möbelfabrik, Sweden, 1940s. Solid pine, details in wrought iron, loose cushions in light fabric.
Iron
Swedish Modern Stained Pine Cabinet by Otto Dahlin for Åby Möbelfabrik, 1940s
By Åby Möbler
Located in Kramfors, SE
Swedish modern cabinet by Åby Möbelfabrik around the 1940s. Sport cabin furniture (Sportstugemöbel) by Otto Dahlin and made by Åby Möbelfabrik, in the style of Axel Einar Hjort furni...
Pine
Pine Barrel Armchair by Åby Möbelfabrik, Sweden 1940s
By Åby Möbler
Located in Utrecht, NL
The period from roughly the 1940s through the 1960s was a high point for Scandinavian furniture makers, and this chair shows why. Åby Möbelfabrik factory was located in Tjureda pari...
Fabric, Pine
Sideboard by Åby Möbelfabrik in Pine, Sweden, 1940s
By Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
A sideboard by an unknown designer, produced by Åby Möbelfabrik in Sweden during the 1940s. A high-quality example of Swedish sportstugemöbler, a style that gained international rec...
Iron
Åby Möbelfabrik, Lounge Chairs, Pine, Iron, Fabric, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of dark-stained pine, black-painted iron and off-white fabric lounge chairs designed and produced by Åby Möbelfabrik, Sweden, c. 1930s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 29.9“ H x...
Iron
Pine sideboard "Lövåsen" by Åby Möbelfabrik, Sweden, 1940s
By Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
A rare sideboard produced by Åby Möbelfabrik in Sweden during the 1940s. The model “Lövåsen” belongs to the sportstugemöbel (cabin furniture) tradition — known for its functional sim...
Wrought Iron
Set of Four Swedish Pine Chairs by Åby Möbelfabrik, 1940s
By Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
A set of four chairs produced by Åby Möbelfabrik in Sweden during the 1940s, designer unknown.
Pine
Swedish Mid-20th Century, Solid Pine Dining Table, Åby Möbelfabrik, 1940s
By Axel Einar Hjorth, Åby Möbler
Located in Odense, DK
A neat beautiful aged dining table in solid pine from the early mid-century, designed by Ferdinand Lundquist and produced by Åby Möbelfabrik in Gothenburg. A classic example of 1930s...
Pine
Attributed to Åby Möbelfabrik, Sculptural Pine Side Table, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Hammarö, SE
Attributed to Åby Möbelfabrik, this exceptional side table embodies the warmth, craftsmanship, and enduring appeal of Swedish furniture design from the 1940s.
Pine
Rare Åby Möbelfabrik Pair of 'Lövåsen' Barrel Armchairs in Solid Pine and Iron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
These examples were crafted by the Swedish furniture company Åby Möbelfabrik and feature a barrel-shaped construction in solid pine, reinforced with blackened iron bands.
Iron
Rare pine cabinet by Otto Dahlin, Sweden, 1940s
By Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Produced by Åby Möbelfabrik and retailed by Otto Dahlin in Stockholm during the 1940s.
Iron
Axel Einar Hjorth Style Pine Table
By Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Long Island City, NY
Pine table in style of Axel Einar Hjorth produced by Aby Mobelfabrik. Pine with iron brockets. Sweden, Circa 1940th.
Pine
Aby Möbelfabrik table 1930s
By Åby Möbler
Located in Antwerpen, BE
manufacturer Åby Möbelfabrik 1930 Åby Möbelfabrik was known for producing high-quality wooden fu- rniture with craftsmanship that reflected traditional Swedish styles, often with si...
Pine
Pine and iron sideboard by Åby Möbelfabrik, Sweden, 1940s
By Åby Möbler
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Sideboard by anonymous designer. Produced by Åby Möbelfabrik in Sweden during the 1940s. Made in beautiful pine with sculptural legs.
Iron
Swedish pine chair produced by Åby Möbelfabrik, 1940s
By Åby Möbler
Located in Farsta, SE
Swedish pine chair produced by Åby Möbelfabrik, 1940s. It has a strong resemblance to Axel Einar Hjorth's work and was previously mistakenly attributed to him.
Iron
Swedish pine table "Lövåsen" by Åby Möbelfabrik 1940s
By Åby Möbler
Located in Farsta, SE
Swedish pine table "Lövåsen," (meaning "leaf hill") produced by Åby Möbelfabrik,1940s. The oxidation from the iron has seeped into the wood, giving it a visible testament to the pa...
Iron
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H 25.6 in W 37.41 in D 23.63 in
Scandinavian Pine and Iron Table by Åby Möbelfabrik, Sweden, 1930s
By Åby Möbler
Located in Prague, New Town
This chair is attributed to Axel Einar Hjorth and was manufactured by Åby Möbelfabrik in Sweden back in the 1930s. Unique in every way, this piece will add character to one's interio...
Iron
Swedish designer pine sideboard by Åby Möbelfabrik, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Sideboard by anonymous designer for Åby Möbelfabrik in Sweden during the 1940s. Rare model from a series of sports cabin furniture produced by the company.
Wrought Iron
Cabinet “Lövåsen” by Åby Möbelfabrik, Sweden, 1940s
By Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
A rare cabinet produced by Åby Möbelfabrik in Sweden during the 1940s. The model “Lövåsen” belongs to the sportstugemöbel (cabin furniture) tradition — characterized by functional si...
Wrought Iron
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H 30.32 in W 28.35 in D 29.14 in
A Pair of Pine and Iron Armchairs for Åby Möbelfabrik, Sweden 1940s
By Åby Möbler
Located in Utrecht, NL
This pair of armchairs by Åby Möbelfabrik encapsulate the timeless appeal of Scandinavian design, where form meets function in a way that feels both natural and modern.
Iron
Pine and Iron Easy Chairs by Åby Möbelfabrik, Sweden, 1930s
By Åby Möbler
Located in Utrecht, NL
Swedish design is minimalist, with an emphasis on functionality and clean lines. Minimalism may be currently in fashion, but there is one iteration of clean design that will never go...
Iron
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H 37.21 in W 27.96 in D 14.97 in
Elm Chest of drawers model 146 designed by Carl-Axel Acking from the 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Chest of drawers, anonymous for Åby Möbelfabrik Sweden, 1940s. Elm and elm root veneer.
Elm
Cabinet, Åby Möbelfabrik, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Cabinet in the Swedish Grace style by an unknown designer, produced by Åby Möbelfabrik, Sweden, 1940s. The cabinet features gently curved doors veneered in teak with a band of burl ...
Beech, Teak, Burl
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H 33.86 in W 19.3 in D 18.9 in
Swedish deigner pine dining chairs produced by Åby Möbelfabrik, 1930s
By Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Sports cabin pine chairs by Swedish designer. Produced by Åby Möbelfabrik during the 1930s. Good set of six chairs with original patina.
Pine
Swedish Modern 1940s Cabinet by Åby Möbelfabrik
Located in Örebro, SE
A rare Swedish modern cabinet, with a very special concave form. Made of birch and veneered with elm and elm root. The top is decorated with a horizontal dark brown stained, sof...
Birch, Elm
AB Åby Möbelfabrik Pine Rocking Chair, Sweden 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
While they play a prominent role in both architecture and pop culture, rocking chairs solidified their place in Scandinavian design history as well. As this Swedish model proves, fun...
Pine
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H 31.7 in W 15.75 in D 19.69 in
Set of 4 'Ängåsen' Pine Dining Chairs by Ferdinand Lundquist, Sweden, 1940s
By Åby Möbler, Ferdinand Lundquist, Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Odense, DK
This set of four Swedish pine chairs is an early mid-century model "Ängåsen" designed by Ferdinand Lundquist and produced by Åby Möbelfabrik in Gothenburg. A classic example of 1930s...
Pine
Sideboard by Åby Möbelfabrik
Located in London, GB
A pine sideboard by Åby Möbelfabrik Sweden, Circa 1940
Pine
Chest of drawers by Axel Larsson for Bodafors, Sweden, 1930s
By SMF Svenska Möbelfabriken Bodafors, Axel Larsson
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Great chest of drawers designed by Axel Larsson for Svenska möbelfabrikerna, Bodafors in Sweden during the 1940s. Rare model. Made in stained birch with beautiful sculpted handels.
Birch
Scandinavian Modernist Dining Table by Carl Malmsten, 1940s
By Carl Malmsten, Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Forest, BE
This is a large and unusual dining table made out of pine. Produced in Sweden around the 1940s. It is a so unique in the shape, the base is very unusual. It will brighten any project...
Pine
Historic Scandinavian Pine Log Chair – Dated 1934, Sweden
Located in London, GB
This extraordinary rustic chair is handcrafted from a single pine log, giving it a unique organic shape and timeless presence. Its solid construction, combined with the natural beaut...
Pine
$10,844
H 44.49 in W 33.08 in D 17.72 in
Arne Vodder Attributed Bureau Produced by N.C. Møbler in Denmark
By Arne Vodder
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare bureau attributed to Arne Vodder. Produced by N.C Møbler in Denmark.
Rosewood
$62,783 / set
H 31.5 in W 20.87 in D 19.69 in
Pair of Swedish Wooden Lovö Armchairs in Pine by Axel Einar Hjorth for NK 1930s
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very rare pair of Swedish wooden low back armchairs in stained pine model "Lovö" by Axel Einar Hjorth for Nordiska Kompaniet Stockholm in Sweden, 1930s. In good original condition an...
Iron
$10,102
H 27.56 in W 44.89 in D 19.3 in
Swedish Modern Chest of Drawers by Axel Larsson, Bodafors, Sweden, 1940s
By Bodafors, Axel Larsson
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Beautiful Swedish Modern mahogany chest of drawers by Axel Larsson, with lovely veneer on front and sides, and decorative brass handles. Curving shape and drawers that follow the sam...
Brass
Lövo table Axel Einar Hjorth 1930's/40's
By Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Uccle, BE
Can be used as a small dining table or a desk. Lovö” dining table by Axel Einar Hjorth, made from solid pine in a clean, rustic design. Beautiful woodgrain. “Lovö” is one of the seri...
Pine
Bertil Söderberg, Side Table, Wood, Sweden, Sweden, 1930s
By Bertil Söderberg 1
Located in High Point, NC
A burl wood side table or coffee table designed by Bertil Söderberg and produced by Svensk Hemslöjd, Sweden, 1930s. Wear consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensions (inches): 2...
Wood
Rare Easy Chair, Swedish Modern, 1940s
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare Swedish Modern easy chairs, produced during the 1930s, anonymous designer. Newly reupholstered in light beige velvet fabric.
Fabric, Wood
$81,618 / set
H 31.5 in W 20.28 in D 19.69 in
Pair of Lovö Armchairs in Pine and Wrought Iron by Axel Einar Hjorth, 1932
By Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
This very rare pair of Lovö armchairs, designed by Axel Einar Hjorth and produced by Nordiska Kompaniet in 1932, represents a pivotal moment in the evolution of Swedish design during...
Wrought Iron
$15,000
H 28.74 in W 23.62 in D 22.83 in
Viggo Boesen Model 30 Armchair, Slagelse Møbelværk, Denmark, 1940s
By Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Viggo Boesen
Located in New York, NY
Designed by Viggo Boesen and produced by Slagelse Møbelværk, Model 30 armchair reflects the restrained yet expressive language of early Danish modernism, where comfort, proportion, a...
Wool, Elm
Midcentury chest of drawers by Carl Malmsten, Sweden, 1950s
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Lovely chest of drawers by Carl Malmsten, made from birch with clean lines. Veneer laid in a striking graphic pattern.
Birch
Mid-Century Modern Secretary Desk by Svenska Möbler, Circa 1950
By SMF Svenska Möbelfabriken Bodafors
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage Mid-Century Modern Swedish secretary desk signed by the A.B. Svenska Moebel Fabrikerna (SMF), one of the largest furniture manufacturers in Bodafors, Sweden, most likely a ...
Birch, Jacaranda
$17,122
H 32.29 in W 20.48 in D 24.41 in
Axel Einar Hjorth "Lovö" Rocking Chair in Pine by Nordiska Kompaniet Sweden 1930
By Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very rare and early Swedish mid century modern wooden rocking chair model "Lovö" in stained pine by Axel Einar Hjorth produced by Nordiska Kompaniet, 1932. In good original condition...
Sheepskin, Pine
Mid century Swedish elm chest of drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Mid century Swedish elm chest of drawers circa 1940. We are pleased to offer this fully restored chest of drawers which echoes strongly with the art deco period. Veneered in a stri...
Elm
$35,853
H 27.56 in W 70.87 in D 23.63 in
Scandinavian Modern "Skoga" Dining Table, Axel Einar Hjorth, Nk, Sweden, 1930s
By Axel Einar Hjorth, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Rustic “Skoga” dining table by Axel Einar Hjorth, made from pine. Chunky rounded lines.
Pine
Alma Upholstered Accent Chair in Faux Mohair Velvet
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Introducing the Alma Accent Chair – a timeless piece crafted for comfort and style. Upholstered in a faux mohair style velvet, the color is our french havane, a warm honey, caramel t...
Metal
French Cobalt Blue Opaline Crystal & Ormolu Mounted Box
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Very rare cobalt blue opaline crystal French dresser box with ormolu mountings. A very fine piece resting on paw feet.
Ormolu
$3,995
H 29.53 in W 21.26 in D 1.58 in
Large sculptural Scandinavian modern wall mirror, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Wall mirror with a softly rounded rectangular form and a sculptural beech frame. The organic, flowing lines give a light and balanced expression, characteristic of Swedish modern fro...
Beech
1950s Italian Curved Brass and Opaline Glass Sconces
Located in Rome, IT
A refined pair of Italian wall sconces from the 1950s, defined by a light and organic composition that combines brass and opaline glass. Each sconce features a circular brass wall pl...
Brass
$4,950 / item
H 18 in W 41.125 in D 18 in
Bench, Cantilever, Mid Century, Walnut, Danish Cord, Weave, Hardwood, Semigood
By Semigood Design
Located in Issaquah, WA
Mid-century inspired, hardwood and woven Danish cord bench. The lead time provided is an estimate and may extend up to 12 months. If you require delivery by a specific date, we kin...
Cord, Hardwood
Paolo Buffa Dining Table, 1950
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Milano, IT
Dining table 1950 Paolo Buffa. Brass and wood.
Brass
On Hold|$3,380
H 51.38 in W 51.19 in D 16.34 in
Danish Modern, Sclulptural Classic Cabinet in Oak and Burl Wood Veneer, 1950s
Located in Odense, DK
A refined Dansih cabinet crafted in oak with decorative burl wood veneer panels, dating to the 1940s-1950s. The facade features four geometrically framed panels with beautifully figu...
Oak, Burl, Birch
$11,186 / set
H 72.05 in W 89.77 in D 25.99 in
Art Deco Bedroom Set: Armoire, Bed and Mirror - France, 1920s
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Lovely and lively exotic bedroom set comprised of one three-door wardrobe, a double bed and a large mirror. The set is lacquered in red and black with gilt and silvered decor repr...
$5,122
H 58.86 in W 31.5 in D 19.69 in
Antique Harrods Green Lacquered Cocktail Cabinet on Stand Mid 20th Century
Located in London, GB
A fabulous polychromed Green lacquered and gilt japanned cocktail cabinet-on-stand, retailed by Harrods and bearing their ivorine label, circa 1940's in date. The two-door cabinet ...
Wood, Giltwood
$443,953
H 70.87 in W 125.99 in D 2.17 in
Giant Crocodile Fossil Wall Plate, Germany. 180 Million Years Old.
Located in London, GB
This outstanding fossilised skeleton is that of the ancestral crocodile species Steneosaurus bollensis that lived during the early Jurassic period. The skeleton, complete with armour...
Other
$3,300 / set
H 18 in W 25.5 in D 16.5 in
Maison Jansen Mahogany And Brass 3-Tier Side Or End Tables -France Circa 1940
By Maison Jansen
Located in Southampton, NJ
A pair of Elgant 3-tier side tables having mahogany shelves that feature stunning grain patterns connected by spun brass risers that connect from top to feet. An absolutely stunning ...
Brass
'Follow' Table Lamp - Green
By Hannah Simpson Studio
Located in London, GB
Green lamp base with a drippy texture and a matte finish paired with an Apple Green lampshade Bulb NOT included Recommended bulb fitting: E27/26 Recommended bulb type: Mini Globe L...
Ceramic, Clay, Wool, Alpaca, Silk
Art Deco Table Lamp by Charles Dudouyt, France, circa 1940
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in ROUEN, FR
French table lamp by Charles Dudouyt, dating from the 1940s. Sculptural dark-stained turned wood base, characteristic of Dudouyt’s work, featuring a succession of geometric and ring-...
Oak
Flush mount ceiling light by Idman, Finland, 1950s
By Idman Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Large Scandinavian modern flush mount ceiling light produced by Idman, Finland, during the 1950s. Pleated light grey fabric shade with brass details and a decorative brass rim, givin...
Brass
French Art Deco Console
Located in Long Island City, NY
A Classic French Art Deco wooden carved console in green patina. Polygonal top shape in predominately geometric motifs with fine carving details. The console features a beautiful mat...
Wood
$7,419
H 17.92 in W 25.99 in D 63.98 in
Coffee Table by Unknown Designer in Marble, Terrazzo and steel, Germany, 1970s
By Erling Viksjø
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
A distinctive coffee table produced in Germany during the 1970s and attributed to an unknown designer. The rectangular top is composed of marble and terrazzo tiles arranged in a geom...
Marble, Steel
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
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.
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